84 acres of science and nature experiences to spark imagination, creativity, and new ways of thinking about our world
Make a splash with a Membership!
One of the best values for families anywhere in North Carolina
Museum members get free admission for a full year of discovery, interactive experiences, and nature play. In as few as two visits, your membership can pay for itself.
Member benefits include:
Free daily admission to the Museum
Early entry at 9am every day
Advance registration for select special events and summer camps
10% discount in Museum stores, coffee bar, and onsite cafe
Reduced admission to more than 500 zoos, aquariums, and science centers worldwide
Discover more at the Museum
Adult Workshop
April 12
Design a beautiful display featuring preserved butterflies, moss, and natural accents.
AfterHours: Mystery at the Museum
March 27
Grab your friends, brush off your detective caps, and don’t forget your lab coats; It’s time to uncover the truth behind a mystery of astronomic proportions!
Dino Egg Hunt
April 11 – 13 and 18 – 20
An egg hunt of dino-sized proportions!
Nature Kids
Spring sessions starting soon!
Explore the natural world with your child
Teen Science Cafe
March 20 and May 21, 6 – 7 pm
Free!
Explore the wonders of STEM with other teens.
Drop In Programs
The Museum offers daily programming for our visitors. These programs are designed to create a space to ask questions and experiment.
Kids Night Out
Let your kids play at the Museum after hours
Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun!
Day and Week long camps
When school is out, come hang with us! Campers explore nature, animal life, creativity, problem-solving, and scientific thinking while making new friends and having fun at the Museum.
Durham Community Days
On Durham Community Days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of Durham address.