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
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AfterHours: Adult Summer Camp
July 24, 6:30 – 10 pm
$40 for Museum Members, $45 for General Public
Hey grown ups, take a journey back to your childhood and relive your favorite summer camp experiences!
Kids Night Out
Check out our summer dates!
Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun after hours!
Summer Nights
July 10, 6 – 9 pm
Museum Member $18, General Public $20
Bring your family to join us for an after hours evening of exploration!
Support the Museum
A tax-deductible donation at any level to the unrestricted Annual Fund propels us forward into the new year. It allows the Museum to invest in the growth of our exhibitions, animals, campus, staff, and so much more.
Butterfly T-shirts
You can help support our work of conservation, research, and education by purchasing a t-shirt or making a donation!
Special Summer Storytimes
Meet in Hideaway Woods, Wednesdays at 11:30 am
Included with admission
Join Museum educators and, for the summer, some very special guest readers from some of our fantastic community partners for a story adventure!
Prism
June 28
Included with admission
Celebrate diversity in our community and the natural world!
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.