Bears Up Close 2012

Join us for an hour-long experience of story-telling, bear history and feeding the bears (from a safe distance, of course!).  You’ll meet the Museum’s Animal Department Director, and learn first-hand about our black bears and the Museum’s role in protecting this species.

You can read more about the Bear Feeding Programs on the Animal Keepers Blog.  Go behind-the-scenes with us and become a partner in our work.   

Reservations required,
please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313 

Cost, for Members only:

$12.50 per person

Sundays 11:00 am
July 8
August 12
November 11 

Sundays 5:00 pm
June 28
September 9
October 14

Thursdays 5:00 pm
June 10
July 26
August 23
September 27
October 25

Behind the Scene Tours 2012

Take an adventure behind the scenes to the fascinating world of “life as an animal keeper.” Go to places the public never goes, meet our animals up close and learn about their day-to-day care.  Ever wonder what it takes to keep a raptor fed or how our indoor educational animals exercise?

What is enrichment? Well here’s your chance to find out! Got questions? Ask away. Our passionate keepers are here to ensure you have an unforgettable experience.

For ages 5 and older. Space is limited to 12 people per tour.

Reservations required,
please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313.

Cost: $20 per person.

Sunday 4:00 pm
December 9

Thursday 5:00 pm
December 27