North Carolina Museum of History
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Busy Building HistoryOur Building Is Closed for Renovation
The museum is currently undergoing a major renovation that will enhance the visitor experience and expand the museum’s ability to serve the public in new and dynamic ways. While the building is closed, it continues to engage the public through programs and digital resources. Looking ahead, the museum aims to provide even greater access to its collection, connecting North Carolina’s vibrant history to all 100 counties across the state and beyond.
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Upcoming Events
Storytime Stewards: Book Harvest
The Book: Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 3:30 p.m.
Location: Book Harvest, 2501 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707
Join the NC Museum of History at Book Harvest for a free storytime! We’ll read Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed, a picture book based on the true story of Dr. Mae Jemison, the first African American woman to travel into space. After the story, we’ll explore North Carolina’s connections to the space race. Participants can also obtain a free copy of the book and make a take-home craft! Please register online, as space is limited.
NCMH Pop-Up: White Deer Park Nature Center Discovery Day
Thursday, April 2, 2026,
Location: White Deer Park Nature Center, 2400 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC 27529
We’re popping up to bring the North Carolina Museum of History to you! Come check out the museum’s Pop-Up at White Deer Park Nature Center’s Discovery Day: Trees to Meet You! Spin the Wheel of History, learn about longleaf pines, as well as how we became known as the tar heel state, and check out museum building renovation updates. Learn something new and explore our state’s fascinating history, all at one of your favorite places!
Author Talk: Dolen Perkins-Valdez
The Book: Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Online
As we wrap up the first installment of NCMOH’s title book club, we hope you’ll join us for a special virtual book talk. Award-winning author Dolen Perkins-Valdez will be discussing her critically acclaimed novel Happy Land. Attendees will be invited to submit questions in advance, so be sure to watch for upcoming opportunities to participate!
