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
From Here On: Shaping Our Future
Our newest exhibit is now open and ready for you to experience. With both indoor and outdoor activations, this exhibit aims to encourage conversation and collaboration with guests of all ages.
AfterHours: Science Distilled
June 11, 6:30 – 10 pm
Museum Members $40, General Public $45
Join us for hands-on science with cocktails inspired by our exhibits
Who is your favorite animal?
By supporting the Fund-a-Feed campaign, you can help care for and feed our animals year-round.
For all ages!
May 30
Included with admission
The culmination event of our month-long celebration for our planet.
Celebrate with us!
Host your party at the Museum of Life and Science, and you’ll excite a whole herd of pint-sized partygoers. We can even handle all the details so you can enjoy the party, too!
Kids Night Out
Check out our new dates!
Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun after hours!
Drop In Programs
The Museum offers daily programming for our visitors. These programs are designed to create a space to ask questions and experiment.
Durham Community Days
On Durham Community Days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of Durham address.
Clay Pots
May 16
Museum Members $40, General Public $45
In this two-part workshop, we will follow our pieces from raw material to finished, glazed ceramic.