North Carolina Museum of Art | Art in the Evening

Art in the Evening
Fridays | 5:30–8 p.m.

Join us for live music and a selection of fine wines and microbrews. Enjoy free docent-led tours at 6:30 p.m. and a stroll through the galleries, or treat yourself to an artful gift from the Museum Store. Unwind after work or meet friends before a night on the town—whatever your style, the Museum is the perfect Friday evening escape.

Admission to Art in the Evening is free. Beverage and food (only available on themed evenings) available for purchase.

Museum Member Exclusive
Curator's Choice Tours | Second Fridays at 6 p.m.

The Museum's curators share some of their favorite works in the collection on a special monthly gallery talk. Museum Members can reserve their free slot by calling the Box Office at (919) 715-5923. Limited spaces available.

January 9: John Coffey, Deputy Director for Art

February 13: David Steel, Curator of European Art

March 13: Mary Ellen Soles, Curator of Ancient Art

Themed Evenings | Third Fridays

Chinese New Year Celebration
Friday, January 16 | 5:30–8 p.m.
Enjoy festive music, small plates, and specialty beverages with a Chinese flair.

A Big Easy Evening
Friday, February 20 | 5:30–8 p.m.
Celebrate Mardi Gras NCMA style. Dig out your purple beads, gold coins, and hurricane glasses, and get ready to Zydeco on down for a an evening of music, food, and drink.