ncmuseums
An occasional list of exhibits, programs, and events at North Carolina museums. Sponsored by the North Carolina Museums Council.
NCMC Events From Around the State… June 24, 2013
1). A Special Invitation from the North Carolina Humanities Council: Host
Smithsonian Institution's Hometown
Teams in 2015. The North Carolina Humanities Council and the
Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service are pleased to announce “Hometown Teams” —
an exciting Museum on Main Street
(MoMS) exhibition to tour North
Carolina beginning in February 2015. Rural NC museums, libraries,
historic sites, and historical societies are invited to apply as
host sites by July 10, 2013. Sites will be determined by the end of September
2013. “Hometown
Teams” is comprised of six content sections and an introduction; it
requires 900 square feet of floor space, a ceiling height of 8.5 feet, and
access to electrical outlets. More information, including the request for
proposals is available at www.nchumanities.org. Questions about “Hometown Teams”?
Contact the North Carolina Humanities Council Program Director Darrell Stover
at dstover@nchumanities.org or
336.334.5723.
2). North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort - Another hurricane season is upon us,
join author Jay Barnes as he talks about some of the strongest storms to have
hit the Tarheel coast and how you can be prepared for the next one. Jay has
compiled weather service records and many personal stories from coastal residents
to make a complete list of these storms, from the un-named ones of the 19th
century all the way up to Irene and Sandy. Jay’s book, North Carolina’s Hurricane History, will be
printed in its third edition this summer. Come by the museum for this free presentation
on June, 27th at 3 p.m.
3). Hands On! the children’s museum
in downtown Hendersonville,
presents “Royal Tea Party” on Friday, June 28th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages 3 - 6. Princes & Princesses are invited to a Royal Tea Party.
Create a crown & learn tea party manners at a royal tea party. Must be
potty trained to attend w/o adult; younger can attend accompanied by adult. $16
non-members / $10 members. Limited spaces & must be registered to
attend.
4). The Greensboro Science Center would
like to announce the grand opening of the new Carolina SciQuarium and invite
the media and Greensboro Science Center Members to attend a ribbon-cutting
ceremony. The event will be held on Friday, June 28th beginning at 10:00am outside the GSC's new
entrance area. Following the ceremony, the SciQuarium will be open for media,
GSC members and special guests to explore and embark on a wondrous adventure
featuring animals from around the world. The Carolina SciQuarium opens to the
public on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.
5). Weatherspoon Art Museum opens a
new exhibition, "Art History: Redux", that will run from June 29th –
October 20th, 2013. This journey through
the history of art will explore the nuanced distinctions between inspiration,
innovation, and imitation. In the works included in the exhibit, the artists
consider and probe art historical precedents in search of standards, ideals and
icons, but ultimately produce unique objects that are noteworthy in themselves.
6). Fort Fisher State Historic Site is taking Civil War history to new heights. Beginning July 2, 2013, the site
will offer “Above the Scenes,” a special 45 minute walking tour from the floor
of the fort to the top of the traverses, along an area normally closed to
pedestrians. The tour will begin at noon, Tuesday through Saturday. Tickets are
$10 for adults and will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. Children 12
and under are free. Site officials say a maximum of 25 tickets will be sold
each day. No advance tickets will be sold. Tour participants are encouraged to
have proper walking shoes, sunscreen, and water. The tour is dependent on
weather conditions and is not ADA
accessible.
7). The Museum of the Albemarle will host a “History for Lunch” on July 3, 2013 at 12:15
p.m. Beekeepers of the Albemarle will bring their
bees to lunch! Enjoy their demonstration and lecture “How the Honey Got in the
Jar”. Bring your lunch and join us for
the lecture. The Museum will provide the
beverages.
8). The Battleship North Carolina announces the 17th
Annual Battleship Blast on July 4th at 9:05 p.m. Noted as Black Card Magazines favorite spots to
watch fireworks and Coastal Living's
10 Spots to Celebrate. The spectacular is one you will not want to miss. For
the first time in the history of the Battleship Blast, the show will shoot from
a barge, courtesy of Atlantic Diving. At 9:05 pm, the fireworks will begin and
the 20 minute fanfare will amaze.
Zambelli Fireworks, one of the largest pyrotechnics company in the
world, is making their debut in Wilmington,
North Carolina, and is guaranteed
to dazzle residents and visitors alike. Bring the entire family and enjoy
an explosive evening!
9). N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher
invites you to go “Canoeing the
Salt Marsh” on Saturdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 at 9 a.m. A 3-hour exploration of
the Zeke’s Island Estuarine Research Reserve by canoe. Activities may include
crabbing, seining, or birding. Participants should be able to swim and be
capable of sustained physical exertion. Ages 8 and up. Ages 8-12 must be
accompanied by two adults. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes. Fee: $25
per participant. Admission to Aquarium is not included. PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
10). Cameron Art Museum presents
“Music in the Courtyard Series: Darryl Donnell Murrill and A Step Above,
saxophone-driven old & new school R&B with smooth jazz influences”
on Thursday, July 11th from 7p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Darryl Donnell Murrill makes the
saxophone sing with a unique flare rooted in gospel with R&B and jazz
influences. He tantalizes with a saxophone sound described as smooth,
yet soulful with melodic measures of syncopation, vibrato, and range
of note selection. Whether performing solo or with his group A Step Above, he
endeavors to make music that enriches listeners spiritually and to present a
positive, enjoyable music experience as they relax to the sounds of smooth
jazz, old and new school rhythm and blues. Ensure you have a seat, purchase on CAM's website www.cameronartmuseum.com,
by phone or in person. Music held in CAM’s
lovely Courtyard weather permitting, indoors if not. CAM’s
café is open for Thursday evening meals and refreshments featuring a signature
drink celebrating the Courtyard series. CAM Members and Students: $5.00, Non-members: $10.00.
NCMC Events From Around the State… June 17, 2013
1). A Special Invitation from the North
Carolina Humanities Council: Host Smithsonian Institution's Hometown Teams in 2015. The North Carolina Humanities Council and the
Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service are pleased to announce “Hometown Teams” —
an exciting Museum on Main Street (MoMS) exhibition to tour North Carolina
beginning in February 2015. Rural NC museums, libraries, historic sites, and historical societies
are invited to apply as host sites by July 10, 2013. Sites will be determined
by the end of September 2013.
“Hometown Teams” is comprised of six
content sections and an introduction; it requires 900 square feet of floor
space, a ceiling height of 8.5 feet, and access to electrical outlets. More
information, including the request for proposals is available at www.nchumanities.org. Questions about “Hometown
Teams”? Contact the North Carolina Humanities Council Program
Director Darrell Stover at dstover@nchumanities.org
or 336.334.5723.
2). Discovery Place will focus on
marine animals this June in the their “Explore More Life Lab”. Splash into a special exploration of
cetaceans, pinnipeds, sireans, polar bears and more, and learn about the ways
these creatures eat and survive. On Saturdays in June at 11:00 a.m., learn
about ocean animals through comparative anatomy dissections in “Dissection Connection”.
3). North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort presents “Horses, Hiking and History”! Come
find out what makes Shackleford Banks such a unique barrier island, from the
early settlers and whaling villages to tales of Blackbeard the pirate and wild
horses that roam the sandy beaches. Associate Curator Benjamin Wunderly will
guide participants on a hike in this designated wilderness area managed by the
National Park Service. Wednesday, June 19th, pre-registration is
required, (252) 728-7318.
4).
Asheville Art Museum opens a new
exhibition, Legacy:
The Emily Fisher Landau Collection, on Saturday, June 15th.
The exhibition features a selection of art works from a historic gift pledged
to the Whitney Museum of American Art in 2010 by longtime trustee Emily Fisher
Landau. The exhibition will be
celebrated with an Opening Reception on Saturday, July 13 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
in the North Wing of the Asheville Art Museum.
5). Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art will make available
for viewing a unique photo exhibit which highlights the work of 80
up-and-coming talents from 30 countries
on Friday, June 21st. “ReGeneration@: Tomorrow’s Photographer’s
Today” showcases young practitioners focusing on
major themes as diverse as the urban environment, globalization, identity and
memory, as well as their hybrid techniques, which allow them to explore as
never before the distinction between reality and fiction. The show runs through September 15th.
6).
High Point Museum
on Saturday, June 22nd form 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. will be doing a
special program on Early American Dancing & Courting Rituals in the
Historical Park. Come try out some
popular country dances of the late 18th and early 19th
century. No experience necessary! You’ll also learn about courting rituals of
the time. All ages welcome. Make a fan to take home. $1 per fan. Drop-in.
7). Hands On! the children’s museum in downtown Hendersonville, presents “Animal Tracks &
Fish Prints” on Tuesday, June 25th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ages
8-12. Learn about animals by creating track molds and fish prints. $16
non-members / $10 members. Limited spaces & must be registered to attend.
Sponsored by Etowah Valley Veterinary Hospital.
8). Joel Lane Museum House will sponsor its 23nd
Annual Historic Independence Day Open House—An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July
Celebration – on Thursday, July 4, 2013, 11 am to 4 p.m. The house will
be open and staffed by costumed docents who will be available to answer your
questions. On the grounds, re-enactors will demonstrate various aspects of
colonial life, and visitors will be able to participate in hands-on activities
such as writing with a quill pen or making rag dolls. There will be
old-fashioned crafts and games for the children and free lemonade for all. The
garden in its full summer glory will be on view, and herbs and trees will be for
sale. In addition to outdoor activities, the circa 1770 plantation manor house,
the 1790 “kitchen” building, and the Visitors Center and Museum Shop will be
open. For more information, visit the Joel Lane Museum House website at www.joellane.org, call (919) 833-3431 or
e-mail joellane@bellsouth.net.
9). Charlotte Museum of History - Huzzah! Revolution
is in the air! Join us Saturday, July 6th from 1:00 p.m. – 5 p.m.
for a special program throughout the Alexander Homesite and learn about
Charlotte’s revolutionary past! Talk of liberty and revolution abounds!
Hezekiah Alexander discusses the radical actions of the local men, who declared
that they were no longer under the rule of Great Britain with the Mecklenburg
Declaration of Independence. Speak with a Colonial woman on her thoughts on
weaving homespun and the possibility of war. Tours are offered from 1:00 p.m.
until 5:00 p.m. and last about an hour. Parking is available in the lot at 3500
Shamrock Drive. Tours begin at the American Freedom Bell behind the main
building. General Admission is $5, with children under 4 free. We hope to see
you there!
10). Smith-McDowell House
announces Crafty Historian Event for Children on Saturday, July 20th
from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the museum. This month's event features the Little House on
the Prairie theme with a crafty activity.
Older children may make a braided rug and younger children will make a
small doll. The "Crafty
Historian", Museum Education Coordinator Lisa Whitfield, says "The
braided rug takes a little fine motor coordination and include needle and
thread as well as braiding skills. The small doll is made with yarn and only
requires the ability to tie a knot!" The fee for this event is $3 for
anyone making a craft. Reservations are required so that there will be enough
supplies for everyone. Call 828-253-9231 or email education@wnchistory.org.
NCMC Events From Around the State… June 10, 2013
1). A Special Invitation from the North
Carolina Humanities Council: Host Smithsonian Institution's Hometown Teams in 2015. The North Carolina Humanities Council and the
Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service are pleased to announce “Hometown Teams” —
an exciting Museum on Main Street (MoMS) exhibition to tour North Carolina
beginning in February 2015. Rural NC museums, libraries, historic sites, and historical societies
are invited to apply as host sites by July 10, 2013. Sites will be determined
by the end of September 2013.
“Hometown Teams” is comprised of six
content sections and an introduction; it requires 900 square feet of floor
space, a ceiling height of 8.5 feet, and access to electrical outlets. More
information, including the request for proposals is available at www.nchumanities.org. Questions about “Hometown
Teams”? Contact the North Carolina Humanities Council Program
Director Darrell Stover at dstover@nchumanities.org
or 336.334.5723.
2). Discovery Place will focus on
marine animals this June in the their “Explore More Life Lab”. Splash into a special exploration of
cetaceans, pinnipeds, sireans, polar bears and more, and learn about the ways
these creatures eat and survive. On Saturdays in June at 11:00 a.m., learn
about ocean animals through comparative anatomy dissections in “Dissection Connection”.
3). North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort - What a
great time of year to be on the water! Sign up for a kayak trip with the
Maritime Museum on June 13th. Associate Curator Benjamin Wunderly
will lead you through the salt marshes and sandbars around Beaufort. The sights
and sounds of nature will be worth the paddle, the stories about early colonial
settlers, local boat builders and old fishing fleets will be an added bonus.
Pre-registration is required, please call (252)728-7317.
4). Cleveland County Arts Council is pleased to
host a book signing by Jamarica S. Jones, author of "Legacy In
Words", a book of poetry, on Thursday, June 13, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at
the Cleveland County Arts Council. Mrs.
Jones is a retired Public Health Nurse. Her poems are inspired by her family,
her personal experiences, and the experiences of others.
5). Bellamy Mansion Museum announces that
due to Tropical Storm Andrea, “Jazz at the Mansion” that was scheduled last
week, will now take place on Thursday, June 13th at 6:30 p.m. Wonderful songstress Cindy Hospedales, sax
virtuoso Daryll Murrill and the band A Step Above will be ready to entertain
you with cool jazz! Tickets are $12 for
general admission, $10 for members, and $5 for students with ID. Available at
the gate.
6).
High Point Museum
will offer a walking tour of Washington Street on Saturday, June 15th
at 9:00 a.m. Tour will begin at Changing
Tides Cultural Center – 613 Washington Street.
Local Historian Glenn Chavis will give the tour. Washing Street was a thriving business and
entertainment district for High Point’s black community during the period of
segregation. The tour, last
approximately 90 minutes, is free of charge but is limited to 20 people so you
must call to reserve your spot. Call the
museum at 336-885-1859 to register.
7).
Asheville Art Museum opens a new
exhibition, Legacy:
The Emily Fisher Landau Collection, on Saturday, June 15th.
The exhibition features a selection of art works from a historic gift pledged
to the Whitney Museum of American Art in 2010 by longtime trustee Emily Fisher
Landau. The exhibition will be
celebrated with an Opening Reception on Saturday, July 13 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
in the North Wing of the Asheville Art Museum.
8). Hands On!
the children’s museum in downtown Hendersonville, presents “Local Food Day!” all
day on Tuesday, June 18th.
Hendersonville Community Co-op coloring sheets, bumper stickers, handouts, snack. Free with $5.00 admission/free for
members. Sponsored
by the Hendersonville Community Co-op.
9). Joel Lane Museum House will sponsor its 23nd
Annual Historic Independence Day Open House—An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July
Celebration – on Thursday, July 4, 2013, 11 am to 4 p.m. The house will be open and staffed by costumed docents who
will be available to answer your questions. On the grounds, re-enactors will
demonstrate various aspects of colonial life, and visitors will be able to
participate in hands-on activities such as writing with a quill pen or making
rag dolls. There will be old-fashioned crafts and games for the children and
free lemonade for all. The garden in its full summer glory will be on view, and
herbs and trees will be for sale. In addition to outdoor activities, the circa
1770 plantation manor house, the 1790 “kitchen” building, and the Visitors
Center and Museum Shop will be open. For more information, visit the Joel Lane
Museum House website at www.joellane.org,
call (919) 833-3431 or e-mail joellane@bellsouth.net.
10). Charlotte Museum of History - During the
American Revolution more battles happened in a 100 mile radius of Charlotte
than in the other 13 colonies combined. To learn more fun facts like this, join
us at the Charlotte Museum of History on July 4th! Our event starts
off at 10 AM when Tom Phlegar will give a talk on the Revolutionary War in the
Carolinas, from 1780-1781, followed by readings of the Preamble of the
Declaration of Independence and the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence.
Hear the American Freedom Bell Ring, a symbol of Charlotte’s revolutionary
past, play colonial games, and learn more about Hezekiah Alexander, a Charlotte
patriot, by touring his house. Our July 4th celebration begins at 10
AM and lasts until 1 PM. General admission is $5 and parking is available in
the lot at 3500 Shamrock Drive.
11). Wrightsville Beach Museum of History is pleased to announce
that Jay Barnes, a Southport native, and renowned expert in the field of
hurricane history, will speak about and sign his latest edition of North Carolina's Hurricane History on Thursday,
July 18th, at 7 p.m. Mr. Barnes will give his talk at the King
Neptune Restaurant, 11 N. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC. WBMH is
pleased to be able to work with King Neptune to hold this event at the historic
restaurant in the heart of old Wrightsville Beach.
12). Smith-McDowell House announces Crafty Historian Event for Children on Saturday, July 20th
from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the museum. This month's event features the Little House
on the Prairie theme with a crafty activity.
Older children may make a braided rug and younger children will make a
small doll. The "Crafty
Historian", Museum Education Coordinator Lisa Whitfield, says "The
braided rug takes a little fine motor coordination and include needle and
thread as well as braiding skills. The small doll is made with yarn and only
requires the ability to tie a knot!" The fee for this event is $3 for anyone
making a craft. Reservations are required so that there will be enough supplies
for everyone. Call 828-253-9231 or email education@wnchistory.org.
NCMC Events From Around the State… June 3, 2013
1). A Special
Invitation from the North Carolina
Humanities Council:
Host Smithsonian Institution's Hometown Teams in 2015. The North Carolina Humanities Council and the
Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service are pleased to announce
“Hometown Teams” — an exciting Museum on Main Street (MoMS) exhibition to tour North Carolina beginning
in February 2015. Rural NC museums, libraries, historic sites, and historical
societies are invited to apply as host sites by July 10, 2013. Sites will be
determined by the end of September 2013. “Hometown Teams” is comprised of six
content sections and an introduction; it requires 900 square feet of floor
space, a ceiling height of 8.5 feet, and access to electrical outlets. More
information, including the request for proposals is available at www.nchumanities.org. Questions about “Hometown Teams”? Contact the
North Carolina Humanities Council Program Director Darrell Stover at dstover@nchumanities.org or
336.334.5723.
2). The Matthews Heritage Museum will celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Saturday, June
8th at 10 a.m. The Museum is in the Massey - Clark
house c. 1880 and features the history of Matthews. The Museum is a joint
effort of the Matthews Historical Foundation and the Town of Matthews and a culmination of several years
of effort. The museum will be regularly open on Thursday, Friday and
Saturday from 10:00 to 4:30. For more information, please contact the
museum by calling 704-708-4996 or emailing them at info@matthewsheritagemuseum.org.
3). President James K. Polk State Historic Site hosts is first of three 2nd Saturday programs this Saturday, June 8th - One Hearth, One Pot. Join food historian, Clarissa Clifton, from
Latta Plantation, in the kitchen house as she demonstrates period open hearth
cooking techniques. Hours: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Free Admission.
4). North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort - Join us
for our 2nd Saturdays celebration on June 8th, part of a North Carolina
Department of Cultural Resources series held at historic sites and museums
across the state. This first event will highlight the art of catching fish.
There will be fish printing, games and coloring crafts. Learn about what it
means to be an ethical angler and try your hand at cane pole fishing at our
pond simulator! This event is free and will be held from 11 a.m. to 3
p.m.
5). Hands On! the children’s museum
in downtown Hendersonville
invites you to make a Father’s Day card for Dad! Tuesday, June 11th – Friday, June 14th. All day.
Self-directed do-it-yourself activity.
Sponsored by Drs. Reid & Reid, Pediatric Dentistry &
Orthodontics.
6). Spencer Doll and Toy Museum presents “Passion for Fashion Day Camp” on Thursday, June 13th from 9:30 a.m. –
4:00 p.m. Become a supermodel for the
day! Bring a white t-shirt for designing!
Cost is $35 (limited to 10 campers).
Bring a lunch. Snack is provided.
RSVP by June 12th.
7). High Point Museum hosts the Guilford
Militia Encampment on Saturday, June 15th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This Revolutionary War Reenactment group
returns to the historical park. Come learn about the life of a
Revolutionary War soldier. All ages welcome. FREE. Drop-in.
8). Cape Fear Museum of History and Science presents “Cape Fear Skies: Mythological
Monsters” on Sunday, June 16th at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 p.m. Explore the
folklore of mythical creatures as you and your family hear tales that have left
their mark on the night sky while you view the constellations that inspired
those stories. Parental participation is required. Free for members or with
admission.
9). The Museum of the Albemarle and Port Discover will hold “Hands-on Historians” and “Sprouting Scientists
Summer Camp” beginning Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 21, 2013 from 8:30
a.m. until Noon. Pre-registration and
supply fee required. For More
Information Call 252-335-1453.
10). The Bascom hosts the Mountains in Bloom Garden
Festival. The events on Thursday,
July 11, include a luncheon and lecture by Kathryn Crisp Greeley, author of The
Collected Tabletop, at 11:30 a.m. and a Volunteer Preview Event from 4 to 6
p.m. On Friday and Saturday, July 12 and 13, fabulous private gardens will be
on tour from 9 am to 4 p.m., along with luncheon and the diverse Flower Show
exhibits at The Bascom. Mountains in
Bloom will culminate with a festive Benefactor Party at The Farm at Old Edwards
Inn on Sunday, July 14 at
6 p.m. For more information on Mountains in Bloom and for tickets, go to www.mountainsinbloom.com or contact
Claire Cameron, Events Manager, at 828-787-2882 or ccameron@thebascom.org.