North Carolina Museum of History

Explore more than 14,000 years of North Carolina history. "The Story of North Carolina" exhibition features fascinating artifacts, multimedia presentations and an interactive format for all ages. Other exhibits highlight the state’s military history, sports heroes, decorative arts and more. Monthly programs include children’s programs, craft demonstrations and family events. The Museum Shop, featuring North Carolina crafts, and the on-site restaurant Pharaoh’s @ the Museum are open daily. Admission is free, although some special exhibits require a fee. Free parking is available on weekends in the Jones/Edenton Street lot. To schedule group reservations (10 people or more), go to nccapvisit.org. The museum is part of the Division of State History Museums, an agency of the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources.

Map:

Location: 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Latitude: 35° 46' 54.84" N
Longitude: -78° 38' 18.5994" W

Special Directions: See our website for complete directions. Located in downtown Raleigh across from the N.C. State Capitol between the Capitol and the Legislative Building at 5 East Edenton Street. Main Entrance faces Bicentennial Plaza pedestrian mall linking Jones and Edenton Streets.

Amenities:

Banquet Facilities
Catering
Childrens Activities
Donations Accepted
Gift / Retail Shop
Handicap Accessible
Hours of Operation: Mon.-Sat,9am-5pm;Sun.,12noon-5pm
Picnic Area
Season of Operation: Year-round (except holidays)
Tour - Guided
Tour - Self Guided
Tour Group Greeter

Event Schedule:

Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware: Mar 8, 2013 - Sep 1, 2013
Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware: Mar 8, 2013 - Sep 1, 2013
Preliminary Emancipation Proclamation in Raleigh, NC: May 15, 2013 - Jun 16, 2013
Our State's 80th Anniversary Celebration: Jun 8, 2013 - Jun 8, 2013

Email: webmaster_MOH@ncdcr.gov

Business: (919) 807-7900
Fax: (919) 733-8655

Business: http://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org

This Page: http://www.visitnc.com/listings/view/37361