Farm Fresh Family Day
Saturday, September 26
11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Discover North Carolina's agricultural roots! See antique farm equipment, plant a seed, gin cotton, and enjoy other activities at this fun and educational event.

American Indian Heritage Education Day
Friday, November 20, 2009
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Grades K–12
Prepaid registration fee: children ages 5–13, $6 per person; children ages 14 and up and adults, $8 per person (one free adult admission per ten students)

Celebrate National American Indian Heritage month! Students will have an interactive experience that will bring American Indian history and culture curriculum to life. Visit teaching stations on storytelling, crafts, games, foodways, dancing, and music, staffed by members of the state’s eight recognized tribes. Listen to and participate in discussions about Indians today. Teachers receive supplemental materials for classroom use.

• Bus parking, restrooms, and outdoor picnic facilities available
• Free information packet and classroom suggestions via e-mail for participating teachers
  

Space is limited, so register early! To reserve a time for your group, please call Courtney Armstrong at 919-807-7993 or e-mail courtney.armstrong@ncdcr.gov.

Registration required by November 1. No refunds after November 1, 2009.

Fourteenth Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration
Saturday, November 21, 2009
11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Celebrate North Carolina’s American Indian heritage at this exciting festival!

African American Cultural Celebration
Saturday, January 30, 2010
11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Join the museum in celebrating African American culture at this family-friendly annual event!

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