The North Carolina Museum of Art

Kids & Families

Explore a variety of engaging programs for toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. Make cool art, see live performances, or take a family-friendly tour of the Museum. Our programs and in-gallery materials invite you to look, talk, and interpret works of art together.

Thursday, February 9 | 10:30 am

What’s in the Box: Places

Whether we are traveling near or far, places shape our experience of the world. Come to the... Read more >

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Thursday, February 16 | 10:30 am

What’s in the Box: People and Portraits

Portraits can tell us a lot about a person. Come to the Museum and explore people in art.

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Saturday, February 18 | 10 am

Family Fun Saturday: Family Portraits

Celebrate your family by crafting a unique portrait.

Gallery tour plus studio workshops for... Read more >

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Saturday, February 18 | 1 pm

Family Fun Saturday: Family Portraits

Celebrate your family by crafting a unique portrait.

Gallery tour plus studio workshops for... Read more >

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Saturday, March 3 | 11 am

Children's Performance: American Dreams with Bright Star Touring Theatre

Bright Star Touring Theatre welcomes audiences of all ages to this fast-paced introduction to... Read more >

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Saturday, March 3 | 11 am

Drop-In Studio

Join us for hands-on craft workshops from 11 am to 3 pm on Children's Performance days.

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Saturday, March 3 | 1 pm

Children's Performance: American Dreams with Bright Star Touring Theatre

Bright Star Touring Theatre welcomes audiences of all ages to this fast-paced introduction to... Read more >

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Weekend Family Tours

Saturdays and Sundays | 10:30 am

Join a Museum guide for a lively discussion and activities in the galleries. Each free tour lasts 30 minutes and is designed for kids age 5 to 10 and their adult companions. Themes change monthly, so be sure to visit often. Meet at the West Building Information Desk. No reservations are necessary, but space is limited.

Summer Camp

Children have never experienced the Museum’s galleries, expansive park trails, and vibrant studio spaces like they will during Summer Camp at the NCMA.


Family Programs Sponsors:

Wells Fargo Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts
Crabtree Valley Mall
Prudential
Target
WakeMed Children's