NCMC Events From Around the State… April 19, 2010

1). Museum of Anthropology presents Exploring Africa Family Day on May 1 at the Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University. 1:00pm – 4:00pm. This family-friendly afternoon will feature fun activities for all ages including African crafts, games, music, storytelling and food. Admission is free.

2). N.C. Museum of History The new exhibit Scouting: 100 Years of Adventure at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh commemorates the centennial anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Since 1910 more than 100 million people have experienced the excitement and benefits of this organization. The small exhibit, developed by the Occoneechee Council based in Raleigh, offers a glimpse of the Boy Scouts’ past and brings it to the present. Admission is free.

3). High Point Museum presents Railroads in the African-American Experience on Saturday, April 24, 3 pm. Noted author, social scientist and rail historian, Dr. Theodore Kornweibel will present a lecture on his new book, “Railroads in the African American Experience.” Sponsors of the event include the Greensboro NRHA Chapter with the Greensboro and High Point Historical museums and the Greensboro and High Point Public libraries.

4). Orange County Historical Museum On April 24th, the town of Hillsborough is commemorating the 145th anniversary of the end of America's deadliest war, the Civil War. Join us on at 12 and 2pm for guided walking tours of Hillsborough. The walking tours are $5.00 per person and begin at the Alexander Dickson House.

5). Cameron Art Museum presents North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy – exhibition opening reception on Thurs., April 22, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm member opening and 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm public. “North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy” on view April 23 - September 12, 2010 is the first in a series of exhibitions featuring private collections of North Carolina collectors. This exhibition consists of hundreds of pieces of McCoy pottery drawn from an extensive private collection. The exhibition will feature cookie jars, vases and decanters ranging from the 1930’s to the 1970’s and will include rare, one-of-a-kind examples of McCoy pottery.

6). Turchin Center for Visual Arts presents Bridges to Communication: New Works by Bill Brown, April 2 - July 31, 2010 - Gallery A. Bill Brown is a sculptor and painter who lives and works in nearby Linville. He has been a full-time studio sculptor since 1978. Brown's background includes a foundation of artistic experience that began in childhood. Daily exposure to and interaction with emerging and established artists helped build a fascination with the creative process, and began a lifelong artistic exploration.

7). Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents Lunch and Learn Session #6 featuring Kelly Epperson of WPAQ and Mary Lee Epperson King on April 14 at 12 noon in the Museum Annex. Bring a bag lunch and learn about the role roots music has played in the lives of each featured regional musician or singer and the importance of roots music in our community. This program is free to the public.

8). Port Discover Celebrate Earth Day at Port Discover, Thursday, April 22, by cultivating your own piece of the Earth! In partnership with Independent Shaklee in the Albemarle, Port Discover will provide children with tomato plants, organic soil and fertilizer to encourage kids to grow their own food this summer. The tomato plant and growing supplies will be given away to children, free of charge, between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., on Earth Day, April 22, at Port Discover.

9). N.C. Museum of Art The North Carolina Museum of Art unveils its new gallery building April 24-25 with a Grand Opening Festival celebrating North Carolina Arts. Musicians, artists, dancers, and craftspeople will create unforgettable festivities, including performances, lectures, and hands-on activities. The festival weekend also features world-premiere performances by the Carolina Ballet, Dendy Dance Theater, and Carolina Brass among others. And all events are free! Free tickets are required to view the new gallery building.