NCMC Events From Around the State… January 10, 2011

1). Asheville Art Museum The Asheville Art Museum is pleased to present the exhibition “A Chosen Path: The Ceramic Art of Karen Karnes” on view Friday, January 28 through Sunday, June 26, 2011 in the Appleby Foundation Gallery. The public is invited to an opening reception Friday, January 28, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., free with Museum Membership or Museum admission.

2). Cameron Art Museum presents MUSIC: “My Wonderful Machine”, ambient music, Thurs. Jan. 13, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Program admission: CAM Members: $5.00, Non-members: $10.00. My Wonderful Machine (MWM) is the haunting ambient musical duo of Jamin Belmont and Hope Henderson from Wilmington. The two developed an original sound that ranges from mod folk to experimental indie rock. MWM is an alluring atmospheric band with a seductive sound that will draw you in.

3). Cape Fear Museum presents “Mystery at the Museum” Saturday, January 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Something unusual has happened at the Museum. Investigate the crime scene then gather your evidence. Take fingerprints, conduct chromatography tests, and analyze DNA. Interview historic witnesses and track down live animals. Forensic science, technology, and your imagination will help you solve the latest Mystery at the Museum.

4). N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher Need a reason to get outside? Participate in the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s “Nature Swap” by first exploring together outside. Do you find objects in nature, such as interesting shells, bones, egg cases, rocks, pine cones and other treasures? If you enjoy exploring natural areas such as beaches and forests, and collecting found treasures, come to the Aquarium to share and swap.

5). Museum of the Albemarle The Museum of the Albemarle will hold “History Tales: Make It, Take It” on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 3:30 pm. Elementary students accompanied by an adult will discover how quilts are more than just a blanket to keep warm in some families and how quilts are constructed, while participating in a hands-on activity. The program is free to the public.

6). Battleship NORTH CAROLINA A unique, behind-the-scenes tour of un-restored areas of the Battleship will happen on January 15, 2011, at the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA. The tour is limited to ages 12 and older and limited to 40 participants per each time slot. It is not appropriate for those who have difficulty climbing narrow ladders or over knee-high hatches. Wear warm, comfortable, washable clothing, sturdy, rubber-soled shoes and bring a camera! Choose between a morning or afternoon tour. Registration and payment are due by Thursday, January 13th.

7). N.C. Department of Cultural Resources A case exhibit of small artifacts from the wreck of what is believed to be “Queen Anne’s Revenge” (QAR), Blackbeard’s flagship, will be on display at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh from Jan. 7 through Jan. 30. The artifacts are fresh catch from the fall expedition at the shipwreck site near Beaufort. The “QAR” ran aground in Beaufort Inlet in 1718, and the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources has led research at the site since 1997. The exhibit originated at the N.C. Maritime Museum in Beaufort, the official repository for the shipwreck artifacts, within the Division of State History Museums.

8). Mount Airy Museum of Regional History Saturday January 15 7:00pm - 8:30pm In the Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr – “Surry Countians Continuing the Dream”, Museum Annex 144 W. Oak Street, A Special one-hour spiritual service of love and healing, featuring music, prayer and scripture is a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and to those community leaders of Surry County who have quietly and spiritually made contributions to local African-American history over the past two hundred years. This event is FREE to the public.

9). Somerset Place State Historic Site A Civil War lecture Jan. 15 arranged by Somerset Place State Historic Site in Creswell has been moved to a new location because of anticipated interest. The program "The Impact and Implication of the Civil War from the Enslaved Person's Perspective: Forced to Aid My Enemies' Cause," is at 2 p.m. in the Vernon G. James Conference Center in Roper. Former site manager Dot Redford will speak. The conference center is at 207 Research Station Road, Roper.