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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Why Scout picked it

The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is a solid choice for a multi-hour family outing or solo educational experience, especially good for rainy days. It's largely free to enter, though special exhibits or films may cost extra.

While you're nearby

Nightlife
Chapel of Bones
Outdoors
John Chavis Memorial Park
Featuring a 1937 carousel, this park also offers ball fields, playgrounds, a pool & splash grounds.
Outdoors
Dix Park
Sizable city park & events site featuring an off-leash dog area & a seasonal sunflower field.
Nightlife
10th and Terrace

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