Robotics Workshops

Saturday, March 20 – Two Sessions

This is your chance to build your very own robot, tell it what to do, and watch how it follows your every command! This fun and engaging workshop teaches basic design, engineering and programming. Space is limited, so register early! Each participant must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: $15 per-person per session

Time: (Session I) 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for ages 6-8; (Session 2) 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. for ages 9-11

Location: CSC Chemlab, 2nd Floor at the Museum of Life and Science

Pre-registration required: Please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313

Junior Keeper for a Day 

February 21   |  Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
November 21   |  Time: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Have you ever wondered what an animal keeper does? This is your opportunity to work with our lead animal keeper for a day. This is the real deal. You will do everything including clean feed, prepare food, observe and much more!

Cost: $50 per-person, per session
Pre-registration required: Please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313

Feed the Bears

March 21, June 20, August 15, September 19

Take a leisurely stroll after the Museum closes with the Animal director to the Explore the Wild exhibit to feed the bears’ dinner. This fun, relaxing and unique experience is certain to be nothing like any other experience.  A fun and relaxing evening awaits.
Time: 5 p.m.

Cost: $10 per-person per date; under three free
Pre-registration required: Please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313

Behind the Scenes at the Museum of Life and Science

April 18  |  Time: 9 a.m

July 18   |  Time: 9 a.m.

December 19  |  Time: 4 p.m.

Enjoy a fascinating 90 minute behind the scenes tour with the Museum’s animal director. You will see places where guests never go. This is your opportunity to meet our animals up close and feed and touch some. Check out our staff work areas, and ask us anything you would like.
Cost: $15 per-person per session
Pre-registration required: Please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313

Gardening Series

April 3, April 10, April 17, April 24, May 1 

Give your child the chance to learn where their food comes from and try their hands at planting and growing some crops in this 5 -week series of food gardening classes.

Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Cost: $75 for entire series
Pre-registration required: Please call 919.220.5429 ext. 313