The North Carolina Museum of History announces a full calendar of fall programming and events. The museum will also pop up at the State Fair on Oct. 21 as part of America 250 NC, North Carolina’s commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary led by the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources—stop by to say hello and enjoy a little history between corndogs and rides.
The museum’s fall season will conclude Saturday, Nov. 22 with the 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration, a milestone gathering that unites tribal members from across the state and offers a unique opportunity to engage with North Carolina’s Indigenous communities through live presentations, traditional craft demonstrations, storytelling, and cultural cuisine.
Read on for all our fall events. Programs are FREE unless otherwise noted.
- Capital City Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Oct. 25, 1–2:30 p.m.
How much do you know about the history of Raleigh’s business district? Come join the North Carolina Museum of History for an exciting scavenger hunt around Fayetteville Street and surrounding streets, tracking down buildings and landmarks to uncover details about the capital city from the 18th century to the present day! If you think you have what it takes to win the grand prize, join us with a team of up to six members to stroll around the heart of Raleigh’s business district. We challenge all history lovers to register and compete on this unique history-themed walking team scavenger hunt! Teams must register online by Oct. 17. Teams must be checked in by NCMH staff and ready to begin the hunt at 1 p.m. - NCMH Pop Up: North Carolina Museum of Art Museum Store
Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
We’re popping up to bring the North Carolina Museum of History to you! Join us at the main Museum Shop inside the West Building at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month by furthering your knowledge of North Carolina’s eight state recognized tribes by answering a question on the Wheel of History, exploring reproduction touch items, and learning more about the N.C. Museum of History’s 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration, happening Saturday, November 22! - Crafting at the Cinema: Casablanca and World War II
Thursday, Nov. 6, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
In partnership with the Garner Performing Arts Center, the N.C. Museum of History invites you to bring your favorite craft supplies to a free showing of the classic World War II-era film “Casablanca.” The theater lights will stay slightly up during the movie, so you can work on your knitting, embroidery, coloring, or any other lap-friendly craft. Connect with others in the lobby throughout the program to view WW II artifacts and reflect on the upcoming Veterans Day holiday with museum staff! - The 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, 11a.m-4 p.m.
This free celebration highlights traditional and contemporary artistic, historical, and cultural contributions of American Indian communities in North Carolina. The consistent theme and message of AIHC, as expressed by its advisory board, is visibility: Indigenous people are still here!
About the North Carolina Museum of History
The North Carolina Museum of History fosters a passion for North Carolina history. This museum collects and preserves artifacts of state history and educates the public on the history of the state and the nation through exhibits and educational programs. Before closing for renovation in late 2024, more than 465,000 people visited the museum annually to see some of the 150,000 artifacts in its collection. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, the North Carolina Museum of History serves as the flagship historical institution of the Division of State History Museums. The museum is currently closed for a major renovation and is scheduled to reopen in fall 2028. However, public programs, pop-up events, and exhibitions remain active and its statewide education outreach program—serving nearly 300,000 students and teachers—continues to serve all 100 North Carolina counties. More information is available on the museum’s website, ncmuseumofhistory.org. The Division, part of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, includes seven regional history museums dedicated to preserving and interpreting the stories of North Carolina’s past.
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.
The department manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the N.C. Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.