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:





Discover more at the Museum

Invent the Night Gala
May 3
Dine, dance, and explore as we raise funds for the Museum and our Ignite Learning program!

Adult Workshop
May 3
Join our Museum photographer for a campus tour while learning the ins and outs of taking world-class photos!

Celebremos!
April 27
¡Celebre con científicos y artistas que viven, trabajan y aprenden en el Research Triangle!

Butterfly T-shirts
You can help support our work of conservation, research, and education by purchasing a t-shirt or making a donation!

Nature Kids
Spring sessions starting soon!
Explore the natural world with your child

Drop In Programs
The Museum offers daily programming for our visitors. These programs are designed to create a space to ask questions and experiment.

Teen Science Cafe
March 20 and May 21, 6 – 7 pm
Free!
Explore the wonders of STEM with other teens.

Kids Night Out
New summer dates added!
Drop your little ones off for a kids-only evening of hands-on fun after hours!

Durham Community Days
On Durham Community Days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of Durham address.