Museum of Natural Science Raleigh NC

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

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The Southeast's largest natural history museum features dinosaurs, whale skeletons, live animals, walk-through dioramas, special exhibits, hands-on …

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Mar 20, 2025
For FREE this was an amazing experience with many cool facts and opportunities. Some of the exhibits could be updated but I understand some of them being staples geared toured the states permant natu…Full review by Ya Boi C
Mar 15, 2025
The museum is beautifully laid out and with so much detail and depth in description. There are many different types of activities and exhibits to explore and learn from. There is technical staff wo…Full review by Jose T
Mar 11, 2025
Great place to go with anybody visiting the capital of North Carolina. Only advise is try to plan your visit inf you can because there are great evsnts that are on a time acheduleFull review by Jose S
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Oldest Established Museum in North Carolina
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is located in Raleigh, North Carolina as the oldest established museum in North C…
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The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the largest natural sciences museum in the southeast United States. The f…
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Explore the natural wonders of North Carolina, from the depths of its ocean to its rocky mountains. Complete with a 20-foot (6-meter) …
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The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (NCMNS) is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. This museum is the oldest establish…
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Do they have a place to keep a back pack or purse?
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According to J Albert Erwin,head of Member and Visitor services, both museum locations in Raleigh have coat racks in their lobbies but they are not secured. "Items left there are …
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According to J Albert Erwin,head of Member and Visitor services, both museum locations in Raleigh have coat racks in their lobbies but they are not secured. "Items left there are left at the owners risk and discretion ". I hope this helps
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Can you bring a lunch and eat it in the cafeteria?
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You are not allowed to eat your home-brought food in the museum. However, you are allowed to bring your food and eat it on the outdoor Bicentennial Plaza. They have a cafe …
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You are not allowed to eat your home-brought food in the museum. However, you are allowed to bring your food and eat it on the outdoor Bicentennial Plaza. They have a cafe where you can purchase meals.
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Open on Monday?
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Yes 9 am to 5 pm.
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Hi I'm wondering Is it free to see the dinosaurs exhibit?
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Yes admission is free but donations are accepted
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What are your hours?
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The Museum in downtown Raleigh is open Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm; closed Mondays.
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Groups of more than 10 people are required to schedule their visit
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There is also a daily planet cafe and the acro cafe on the premises which serve some wonderful food to fuel your further quest for exploration
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If you arrive after 10am on a school day, swarms of elementary-school children rampage all over the place
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No fee for general admission to the museum, though there is a small charge for its special exhibits and 3-d movies
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On Sundays, the museum is open from noon until 5 p. m
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It offers a huge selection of exhibits and is one of the south east united states largest natural history museums
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The museum offers detailed floor maps for self-guided tours, or you can get their app for a digital guide
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You can see live butterflies, the impressive skeleton of a whale, as well as deer and other animals that live in this state
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Check out some of the rotating exhibits, dive into the wide world of physics, or maybe even check out the zoo
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Children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult
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You will find the museum in downtown raleigh and general admission is free
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The museum's various rooms can be rented for an unforgettable birthday party any kid would love
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Skywalks lead to a glossy extension, the Nature Research Center, where you can watch scientists at work on their projects
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The museum showcases a range of permanent collections and regularly changed special exhibits, live shows, and nature films for all ages
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