NCMC Events From Around the State… October 12, 2015
1). North
Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching in Cullowhee (www.nccat.org) announces that the touring
exhibit, “Understanding our Past, Shaping our Future,” is now on view. The interactive presentation focuses on
Cherokee language and culture, using sound recordings as the basis for
representing a coherent story in words and text. Designed to include community input as a way
to develop its content, a community team held monthly discussions to develop
the ideas and images that make up the exhibit.
Major themes include Cherokee Homeland, Heritage Sites, Tourism, Family,
and Community Celebrations. The exhibit
is sponsored by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians with funding from the
Institute of Museum and Library Services.
The exhibit remains open through January 21, 2016. For directions and
hours, visit: www.nccat.org.
2). The
Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex (www.museumofthecapefear.ncdcr.gov)
will once again host Hallowe’en Revels Night Tours of the 1897 Poe House on
October 16-17 & 23-24 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
In the early 20th century Hallowe’en was celebrated with themed parties
where costumed guests participated in fortune telling, games, and often
frightening surprises! Experience the
fun with actors from the Gilbert Theater as the E.A. Poe family returns for a
Hallowe’en celebration. The night tours cost $3.00 per person for ages 7 and
up. Tickets must be purchased at the door. Tours will run every 20 minutes
beginning at 6:00 pm with the last tour at 9:00 pm each evening. Tour space is
limited to 15 participants per tour. There will be an actor’s break from
7:40-8:00 pm. The Poe House Trick or
Treat event will be held on Saturday, October 31st from 11:00-4:00 p.m. Listen to a Halloween
story and then play carnival games in the backyard for a prize. Admission is
FREE!.
3). The
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville (www.naturalsciences.org) invites you
every third Saturday to join them for family friendly science programs. This month, ‘Meet Me at the Museum, Saturday
Explorations,’ welcomes Lake Waccamaw State Park’s Park Superintendent Toby
Hall. Hall will present his program,
“Fun pH Facts of Lake Waccamaw” on Saturday, October 17 at 1:30p.m. This
program will discuss how the presence of an acid or base in water can determine
what wildlife will be present in and around local watering holes. Many environmental
and manmade factors can shape and change a whole ecosystem. Participants will experience basic testing of
water and will learn how acidity plays a big role in the abundant Carolina bays
in our area and what makes some very unique. Admission is free, but donations
are greatly appreciated. Please contact the Museum at 910-914-4185 or whiteville@naturalsciences.org
for more information.
4). The
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA (www.battleshipnc.com)
is now accepting applications for vendors for the 6th annual Batty Battleship’s
Halloween Bash on Tuesday, October 27th, from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
This exciting event brings families onboard the Battleship to have safe
and not-to-scary Halloween fun. The Battleship needs businesses to be Trick or
Treat Stations (vendors). As a station, the vendor will hand out candy and/or
treats to the children and are allowed to hand out promotional pieces to their
parents. For only $50, the vendor will
receive an eight (8) foot table with two chairs to decorate in the Halloween
theme of your choosing. Vendors are asked to provide candy for 1,000+ people.
Games and other treats can also be offered at your table. The Bash is a
wonderful and fun marketing opportunity for any business to reach hundreds of
families in the surrounding area. If you would like to be a Trick-Or-Treat
Vendor, please call Danielle Wallace, 910-251-5797x3024 or visit
battleshipnc.com to download the vendor form.
5).
Asheville Area Arts Council (www.ashevillearts.com)
formally invites you to don a mask and join the Asheville Area Arts Council in
your finest dark robes and onyx gowns, for our annual fundraiser, The Color
Ball to be held on October 31st! This special event will take place
at the Masonic Temple on 80 Broadway St. in Asheville. Tickets are $35 for general admission, and
$100 for VIP. Ball will be from 6:30
p.m. – 12:30 a.m., with VIPs able to arrive at 5:45 p.m. Tickets can be
purchased by visiting http://bit.ly/1QXxOXT.
Please visit http://ashevillearts.com/recurring-event/color-ball/
for more information.
6). The
High Point Historical Society (www.highpointmuseum.org)
invites the entire community to its fifth annual Ghost Stories in the Park. The
fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, October 24th from 6:00 – 8:00
p.m. and will take place rain or shine. This year Wright Clarkson, a nationally
renowned storyteller, musician and teaching artist, will delight our visitors
with a variety of tales. Bring chairs and blankets to sit and listen to the
family friendly, frightening and amusing ghost stories. Admission is $2 and
free for High Point Historical Society Members. Snacks including s’mores,
popcorn and apple cider will be for sale.
7). Hands On! (www.handsonwnc.org),
a Child's Gallery in Hendersonville, invites you to Crazy Creature Craft on
Tuesday, October 20th from
11:30 a.m. - 5:00p.m. For Boo-seum they are taking their “Critter Craft” and
putting a twist on it. All ages can
create crazy creatures as they learn colors, shapes, & fine motor skills.
This self-directed activity is located in their Party Room and is free with $4
admission/free for members. Sponsored by Etowah Valley Vet Hospital.
8). The
Matthews Heritage Museum (www.matthewsheritagemuseum.org)
is pleased to announce that it will host a Ghost Tour of downtown Matthews on
Saturday, October 24th. The two
tours, one at 6 p.m. and one at 7:30 p.m. will start at the Matthews Heritage
Museum, led by local historian Paula Lester.
On a tour of the Trade Street Historic District you will learn about
Matthews’s history and encounter a number of “spirits” from different time
periods. The Museum will open at 6 p.m.
and will remain open until 8 p.m. There visitors will encounter Daisy Massey,
the daughter of Dr. Massey, who is mourning the death of her father in
1902. She will share with those interested
the mourning customs still practiced at the turn of the nineteenth century.
Those wishing to take the tour should call 704-708-4996 for reservations. Group size will be limited. A charge of $5 per adult will be made, 17
and under are FREE. All reservations
will be prepaid. The Museum recommends
that all should wear comfortable shoes, and those on the 7:30 tour are encouraged
to carry a flashlight.
9).
Vance Birthplace State Historic Site (www.nchistoricsites.org/vance)
invites you to join them for their Heritage Day on Saturday, Oct 24th
from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Join them as
they celebrate Appalachian heritage during the most colorful time of year. The event will feature bluegrass musicians,
mountain craftsmen, local artists, and special guest speakers. The event is free. Arts, crafts, CDs, and barbeque plates may be
purchased throughout the day. For more information or a complete schedule of
events, please call (828) 645-6706.
10). Graveyard
of the Atlantic Museum (www.ncmaritimemuseums.com)
presents “Civil War on Hatteras Island” on Wednesdays, October 14, 21, 28 at 2:30
p.m. Author and local historian Drew Pullen presents the fascinating history of
the Civil War on Hatteras Island, lending colorful insight into the island’s
memorable history. This popular talk is
presented every Wednesday, through November 18th, Free Admission. For more information, call 252-986-2995, or
email maryellen.riddle@ncdcr.gov. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200
Museum Drive, Hatteras, N.C. 27943.
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