Museum of Life and Science

Grab your friends and skate in your socks on our synthetic skating rink or take an enchanting trip through the woods aboard the Ellerbe Creek Railroad. Enjoy seasonal food and drink samples on your leisurely stroll under thousands of glistening lights from the Butterfly House up through our Dinosaur Trail. Forget about the cold by creating your own homemade hand warmers and enjoy hot chocolate on us! Take photos at some of our most unique photo op spots on campus, challenge your friends in our “minute-to-win it” games, with crafts, activities and more!

Admission to Holiday Spirits includes:

• One complimentary cocktail, created and served by Durham’s own Liberty and Plenty Distillery
• One train ride on the Ellerbe Creek Railway
• Access to some of our most popular exhibits, including the Dino Trail, Butterfly House, and Insectarium
• Expert-led activities, science demonstrations, and more!

Beer and wine will be available for purchase at our cash bars. All proceeds from this event will benefit our conservation and education initiatives that help inspire lifelong learning at the Museum.