To highlight World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, we’re learning what they mean, what the US Dust Bowl was, and experimenting with potted plants, dry soil, and powerful, hot […]

Dinner, Live Music, Cash bar, and Ballroom Dancing with instruction- for those interested (and plenty to do if you're not.) Presentation on the expansion by the project architect. Silent Auction. […]

Use cereal boxes to create an extravagant crown for the king of your castle! Happy Father's Day! Program runs at 11:00 and 2:00. No need to preregister. Program included with […]

Celebrate the end of the school year with NCCM!  This free community event will be held in Garner Park (along the river near the museum).  Get off the bus on […]

Aquatic insects are an amazingly diverse group of animals and are helpful indicators of an ecosystems health. Come and see live insects and learn all about them. No need to […]

Let's paint outdoors on a large clear canvas. We will string up a shower curtain and paint it with brushes. We will use both sides and even clean it off […]

Did you know that 98% of American bee species live alone, without a hive? To help protect them, we’ll explore the process of pollination by bumbling through some kid-sized flowers, […]

Bring your camera, iPad, or borrow your parents phone to experiment with capturing photographs in the dark. We will use glow sticks and move them around at a fast pace […]

Learn how animals hide in plain sight! Kids learn about how animals use camouflage to either hunt for prey or hide from predators. Kids learn that there are two types […]

Learn about these traditional name seals from South Korea and make one of your own! Program runs at 11:00 and 2:00. No need to preregister. Program included with membership and […]