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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh

4.8

#1 of 29 in Childrens Museums in North Carolina

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By exploring the state's geography, prehistoric past, geology, plants, and animals, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences helps over a million visitors a year learn about the natural world. The museum has four floors of displays, live animals, and hands-on activities. At the Nature Research Center, you can watch scientists working at research labs through floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Researchers also give regular presentations at the center's three-story, multimedia space, which is also used to show spectacular scenes from nature. Use our Raleigh travel planner to visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences on your trip to Raleigh, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.

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• By ajphilli

  There were so many fun NC based science attractions at this museum. We enough the multi-level attractions and the numerous live animals on display. There is something for everyone here. We were...  more »

• By 241jeanpierres

  Very nice museum, open on Sundays, free and easy to get to. We spent few hours there with our 5 years old child who really enjoyed the visit. The 3D movie is somewhat old, it would certainly need a...  more »

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• By Andreas Willis

  This museum is full of exhibits which will easily entertain you for several hours so allow plenty of time. Many are also dedicated to kids so feel free to bring the whole family. The best thing is that it's all free unless you get into special areas like the 3D movies which really aren't worth the money. There is street parking and lots and parking building nearby so that part is also convenient. Just come with comfortable shoes and enjoy!!!

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• By Miles Shannon

  This place is awesome. I came here with my 9 year old daughter and she had fun for hours. You can watch labs from local colleges and organizations in their work. Paleontologists uncovering fossils, veterinarians caring for animals, 3d printers at work and so much more! Get your hands on actual meteorites, and there's an area where you can examine thousands of natural science specimens. The best place in NC to bring a child. Best of all, admission is FREE!

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