Things to do in Northwest Raleigh

Sunday, Oct 18

Sensory-Friendly Hour at Ancient Nubia Community Day

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy a quieter experience at the Sensory-Friendly Hour during Ancient Nubia Community Day. Ideal for families and children.

Wednesday, Oct 21

Artful Story Time

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy Artful Story Time at the North Carolina Museum of Art, combining storytelling with art exploration for children.

Wednesday, Oct 21

OLLI at Duke: Egypt and Nubia in Ancient Africa

North Carolina Museum of Art

Explore the civilizations of Egypt and Nubia in an engaging lecture series at the NCMA. Perfect for history enthusiasts.

Saturday, Oct 24

Artful Story Time

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy Artful Story Time for kids ages 3 to 5 at the NC Museum of Art, featuring engaging stories and art.

Tuesday, Oct 27

Educator Expo

North Carolina Museum of Art

Connect with the community at the Educator Expo. Enjoy refreshments and explore the museum's galleries.

Thursday, Oct 29

Craft Night at the Museum: Mask Making

North Carolina Museum of Art

Join Craft Night at the NCMA for mask making and creative fun. Perfect for art enthusiasts and socializing.

Sunday, Nov 1

Kanof Lecture: What Should Our Judaism Look Like? The Tobe Pascher Workshop and American Jewish Ritual Art

North Carolina Museum of Art

Attend the Kanof Lecture on American Jewish ritual art at the North Carolina Museum of Art. An insightful discussion for art and culture lovers.

Friday, Nov 6

VIP Art-Making Workshop

North Carolina Museum of Art

Participate in a hands-on art-making workshop for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Connect with others and explore creativity.

Friday, Nov 6

Perceiving Otherwise: Ecological Imagination and Experiential Practice in Polycrisis

North Carolina Museum of Art

Join artist Nancy Baker Cahill for a talk on enhancing empathy through expanded perception. Free registration required for this insightful event.

Friday, Nov 6

A Celebration of Diwali

North Carolina Museum of Art

Celebrate Diwali with a Carnatic music concert and artisan vendors at NCMA. A vibrant cultural experience awaits.

Saturday, Nov 7

Nubia Trivia at Trophy Maywood

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy an evening of trivia on Nubia's history with food and drinks at Trophy Maywood. Perfect for trivia lovers and history buffs.

Saturday, Nov 7

Park Tour: Art and Sculpture

North Carolina Museum of Art

Explore art and sculpture at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Enjoy a guided tour through the Museum Park.

Saturday, Nov 7

Lasting Impressions: Clay Relief with Isys Hennigar

North Carolina Museum of Art

Participate in a hands-on clay relief workshop with artist Isys Hennigar at the NCMA.

Saturday, Nov 7

Pop-Up Art with Nancy Baker Cahill

North Carolina Museum of Art

Engage in a hands-on art experience with Nancy Baker Cahill at the NCMA, creating environmental art inspired by nature.

Sunday, Nov 8

Isidore String Quartet

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy a performance by the Isidore String Quartet at the North Carolina Museum of Art. A treat for classical music lovers.

Monday, Nov 9

Isidore String Quartet

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy a classical music performance by Isidore String Quartet at the North Carolina Museum of Art.

Friday, Nov 13

Jewish Film Series: Hester Street

North Carolina Museum of Art

Experience a screening of 'Hester Street' followed by a talkback with author Julia Wagner. Perfect for film enthusiasts and cultural discussions.

Friday, Nov 13

Art Heist Dinner

North Carolina Museum of Art

Experience a unique Art Heist Dinner at NCMA Café, combining a multicourse meal with an engaging mystery to solve.

Saturday, Nov 14

NCMA to Go Art Kits: Sponge, Stamp, Soar / Kit de artedel NCMA para llevar: pinta con esponja, estampa … ¡y a volar!

North Carolina Museum of Art

Join the NCMA for a creative experience with free art kits for all ages, inspired by famous artworks.

Saturday, Nov 14

Audio Description Tour of Ancient Nubia

North Carolina Museum of Art

Join a free audio description tour of the Ancient Nubia exhibition at the NC Museum of Art.

Saturday, Nov 14

Notes on View: Paradox Opera

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy a captivating performance by Paradox Opera at the NC Museum of Art.

Wednesday, Nov 18

Art + Nature Story Time

North Carolina Museum of Art

Children can enjoy stories and art while exploring nature. Ideal for families looking for creative activities.

Thursday, Nov 19

A Puzzling Affair: Jigsaw Competition at the NCMA

North Carolina Museum of Art

Participate in A Puzzling Affair at the NCMA in Raleigh. A fun jigsaw competition for puzzle enthusiasts.

Saturday, Nov 21

An Archaeologist’s Face to Feet with King Taharqa

North Carolina Museum of Art

Explore the history of King Taharqa with curator Caroline Rocheleau at the NCMA. A must for history buffs and archaeology fans.

Saturday, Nov 21

Museum Tour in ASL

North Carolina Museum of Art

Experience a museum tour in American Sign Language, designed for adults who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Inclusive and engaging.

Monday, Nov 30

Member Monday: Ancient Nubia

North Carolina Museum of Art

Explore the Ancient Nubia exhibition at the NC Museum of Art during Member Monday.

Sunday, Feb 7

Wu Fei & Shanir Ezra Blumenkranz

North Carolina Museum of Art

Enjoy a captivating concert blending diverse musical styles at the North Carolina Museum of Art.