Splash into an underwater world of art during Family Paint Nights Under the Sea at N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. The summer paint night series starts June 11 and ends Aug. 11 with a Sip and Paint. The Aquarium is part of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
During Family Paint Nights, paint a sea turtle June 11, a sea star June 18, a seahorse July 2, or octopus July 9 with your family, your friends, or for yourself. Bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy while you make fin-tastic memories during this relaxing night of creating artwork.
Instructors will provide all painting supplies and guide you every step of the way. Family Paint Nights are held 6:30-8:30 p.m. in front of the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck habitat and are for ages 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
On Aug. 11, for one night only the Aquarium will host a Sip and Paint for ages 21 and up where participants will paint a beach sunset scene. For this special paint night, bring your own beverage and favorite snacks. Event will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Family Paint Nights and Sip and Paints are limited-capacity events. Register and purchase tickets only online before the event. No ticket sales at the door. Visit the event page for more information and to register for individual paint nights. www.ncaquariums.com/paint-nights.
About the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is five miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, N.C. 28512. The Aquarium is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. Its mission is to inspire the appreciation and conservation of North Carolina’s aquatic environments and animals. The Aquarium is under the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. For more information, please visit www.ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores or call 252-247-4003.
About the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.