North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences


Take a walk from the mountains to the sea at the Museum of Natural Sciences, a perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the region.

For the ultimate in outdoor excursions, check out our bird walks or visit Prairie Ridge, the Museum’s Ecostation for Wildlife and Learning, a 38-acre nature preserve in west Raleigh.

Offer: Free
Dates Valid: Through December 31, 2007
Hours of Operation: Monday–Saturday: 9 am–5 pm; Sunday: Noon–5 pm; First Friday of every month open until 9:00 pm.
Hours of Operation at Prairie Ridge:  Monday–Friday, 9 am–4:30 pm
Museum Address: 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh
Prairie Ridge Address: 4301 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh
Phone Number: (919) 733-7450 main museum; (919) 733-7450 ext. 675 for bird walk or other programming information.
Web Site: www.naturalsciences.org