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Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Sunday, July 1 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 1 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Sunday, July 1 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 1 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Online Mini-Courses on Art and Science

Tuesday, June 19 | 9 am

TICKETS

The North Carolina Museum of Art offers educators a series of mini-courses on the connections between art and science. Participants explore topics through...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Tuesday, July 3 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Wednesday, July 4 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Thursday, July 5 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Friday, July 6 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Iris after Dark

Friday, July 6 | 5:30 pm

Welcome the weekend with Iris after Dark, a new evening experience offered by the NCMA’s Iris restaurant every Friday night starting at 5:30 pm. Enjoy a delicious selection...

Summer Films

Darkest Hour

Friday, July 6 | 9 pm

(2017) Directed by Joe Wright. Gary Oldman, Lily James, Kristin Scott Thomas. (125 min.) PG-13.

Churchill is under severe pressure to negotiate peace with Hitler, who’s...

You Are Here Events

Art-Immersive Yoga in You Are Here (Sold Out)

SOLD OUT - Saturday, July 7 | 8:45 am

Experience yoga within the exhibition You Are Here. Bring a mat and small towel, and dress comfortably. Space is limited. All skill levels are welcome.

Please fill out and...

Guided Tours of the Museum Park

Saturday, July 7 | 9:30 am

Enjoy art and nature in a 90-minute tour. The route is approximately two miles long, with variations in surface and incline. Meet your guide at the café tables near the...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Saturday, July 7 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 7 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Saturday, July 7 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 7 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Summer Films

The Post

Saturday, July 7 | 9 pm

(2017) Directed by Steven Spielberg. Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Sarah Paulson. (116 min.) PG-13.

The revelation of a decades-long coverup about U.S. involvement in Vietnam...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Sunday, July 8 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 8 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Sunday, July 8 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 8 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Splish Splash, Ages 6–7 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 9 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Let water be your inspiration for painting with watercolors,...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Splish Splash, Ages 9–11 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 9 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Let water be your inspiration for painting with watercolors,...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Splish Splash, Ages 7–8 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 9 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Let water be your inspiration for painting with watercolors,...

NCMA Camps

Middle School Workshop: Get Inked!, Ages 11–13 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 9 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Discover the expressive power of printmaking. Create bold, graphic...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Tuesday, July 10 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Wednesday, July 11 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Thursday, July 12 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

2018 Summer Concerts

Lake Street Dive, with Madisen Ward and the Mama Bear (Sold Out)

SOLD OUT - Thursday, July 12 | 8 pm

Lake Street Dive is back with a new album called Free Yourself Up. (It releases May 4 on the Nonesuch label.) The Boston-based quartet met as students at the New England...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Friday, July 13 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Iris after Dark

Friday, July 13 | 5:30 pm

Welcome the weekend with Iris after Dark, a new evening experience offered by the NCMA’s Iris restaurant every Friday night starting at 5:30 pm. Enjoy a delicious selection...

Summer Films

Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Friday, July 13 | 9 pm

(2017) Written and directed by Rian Johnson. Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher. (152 min.) PG-13.

The Star Wars universe embraces its origins, as Rey...

Guided Tours of the Museum Park

Saturday, July 14 | 9:30 am

Enjoy art and nature in a 90-minute tour. The route is approximately two miles long, with variations in surface and incline. Meet your guide at the café tables near the...

Family Fun Saturdays: Printmaking Explorations

Saturday, July 14 | 10:15 am

Carve, cut, press, and stamp in this workshop exploring printmaking techniques. Discover new ways to make a print inspired by the Museum collection.

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Saturday, July 14 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 14 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Saturday, July 14 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Family Fun Saturdays: Printmaking Explorations

Saturday, July 14 | 1 pm

Carve, cut, press, and stamp in this workshop exploring printmaking techniques. Discover new ways to make a print inspired by the Museum collection.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 14 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Saturday, July 14 | 6 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Saturday, July 14 | 8 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Sunday, July 15 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 15 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Sunday, July 15 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 15 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Sunday, July 15 | 6 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Sunday, July 15 | 8 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Monday, July 16 | Noon

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Monday, July 16 | 2 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Monday, July 16 | 6 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Monday, July 16 | 8 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Bug's-Eye View, Ages 6–7 (Waiting List)

Monday, July 16 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like for insects? Then...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Bug's-Eye View, Ages 7–8 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 16 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like for insects? Then...

NCMA Camps

Middle School Workshop: Color Masters, Ages 11–13 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 16 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Learn the science of mixing colors through observation,...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Bug’s-Eye View, Ages 9–11

Monday, July 16 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like for insects? Then...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Tuesday, July 17 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Tuesday, July 17 | 6 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Dana Ruttenberg Dance Group Presents Naba 2.0

Tuesday, July 17 | 8 pm

Tickets go on sale May 1 and will be sold only through the Duke University Box Office, (919) 684-4444 or americandancefestival.org.

In the NCMA’s latest collaboration with...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Wednesday, July 18 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

You Are Here Events

Art-Immersive Yoga in You Are Here (Sold Out)

SOLD OUT - Wednesday, July 18 | 5:30 pm

Experience yoga within the exhibition You Are Here. Bring a mat and small towel, and dress comfortably. Space is limited. All skill levels are welcome.

Please fill out and...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Thursday, July 19 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Friday, July 20 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Iris after Dark

Friday, July 20 | 5:30 pm

Welcome the weekend with Iris after Dark, a new evening experience offered by the NCMA’s Iris restaurant every Friday night starting at 5:30 pm. Enjoy a delicious selection...

You Are Here Events

Art-Immersive Yoga in You Are Here

Saturday, July 21 | 8:45 am

Experience yoga within the exhibition You Are Here. Bring a mat and small towel, and dress comfortably. Space is limited. All skill levels are welcome.

Please fill out and...

Guided Tours of the Museum Park

Saturday, July 21 | 9:30 am

Enjoy art and nature in a 90-minute tour. The route is approximately two miles long, with variations in surface and incline. Meet your guide at the café tables near the...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Saturday, July 21 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 21 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Saturday, July 21 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 21 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Sunday, July 22 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 22 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Sunday, July 22 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 22 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Got Glue?, Ages 9–11

Monday, July 23 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Enter the world of mixed media as you work and play with paper,...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Got Glue?, Ages 7–8

Monday, July 23 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Enter the world of mixed media as you work and play with paper,...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Got Glue?, Ages 6–7 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 23 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Enter the world of mixed media as you work and play with paper,...

NCMA Camps

Pre-K Summer Camp: Trains, Planes, and Automobiles, Ages 4-5 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 23 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Beep! Beep! Hop aboard for an exciting week all about...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Tuesday, July 24 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Wednesday, July 25 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Thursday, July 26 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Friday, July 27 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

Iris after Dark

Friday, July 27 | 5:30 pm

Welcome the weekend with Iris after Dark, a new evening experience offered by the NCMA’s Iris restaurant every Friday night starting at 5:30 pm. Enjoy a delicious selection...

Summer Films

The Big Sick

Friday, July 27 | 9 pm

(2017) Directed by Michael Showalter. Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Ray Romano. (120 min.) R.

A Pakistani-born stand-up comedian and a quirky grad student fall...

Guided Tours of the Museum Park

Saturday, July 28 | 9:30 am

Enjoy art and nature in a 90-minute tour. The route is approximately two miles long, with variations in surface and incline. Meet your guide at the café tables near the...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Saturday, July 28 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Jewelry Studio Class with Sarah Tector

Saturday, July 28 | 10:30 am

Join Raleigh jewelry artist Sarah Tector in creating patterned bronze and sterling silver jewelry inspired by designs and motifs from the African collection. All levels are...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 28 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Saturday, July 28 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Saturday, July 28 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

2018 Summer Concerts

An Evening with The Mavericks

Saturday, July 28 | 8 pm

Led by the Miami-born “Caruso of country music,” Raul Malo, this roots-rock and country band with a Latin twist makes its second appearance at NCMA. All Music Guide calls...

Weekend Family-Friendly Tours: Delight Your Senses

Sunday, July 29 | 10:30 am

Take a tour through the Museum using all your senses.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 29 | 11:30 am

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

“Ask Me!” Roaming Docent

Sunday, July 29 | 1 pm

Ask a question, learn the inside story about what’s on the walls, or just talk about what you see.

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Sunday, July 29 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Up in the Clouds, Ages 9–11 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 30 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Keep your head in the clouds and let your imagination soar! Explore...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Up in the Clouds, Ages 7–8 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 30 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Keep your head in the clouds and let your imagination soar! Explore...

NCMA Camps

Middle School Workshop: #selfie, Ages 11-13

Monday, July 30 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Explore self-portraiture in many forms with projects that highlight...

NCMA Camps

Summer Camp: Up in the Clouds, Ages 6–7 (Waiting List)

WAITING LIST - Monday, July 30 | 9 am

Registration begins January 30 for Dual/Family-level members and above and February 27 for nonmembers.

Keep your head in the clouds and let your imagination soar! Explore...

Docent Tour: Explore the Collection

Tuesday, July 31 | 1:30 pm

Visitors can join the docent-led tour that meets at the West Building Information Desk each day. This free tour is a wonderful introduction to the Museum’s permanent...