Join us for a fun-filled, nature-inspired adventure at Bugs & Blooms Camp! This hands-on camp invites young explorers to get their hands dirty in the garden and explore the world around them. Campers will help plant, tend to, and nurture a beautiful garden while learning about the incredible insects and critters that help it grow. With plenty of outdoor activities, interactive lessons, and a chance to connect with the environment, Bugs & Blooms is the perfect way for children to explore, learn, and grow this spring! 🐛🌼🐝🌱🦋

The wildly popular Date Nite at the Museum returns for a second year on February 13th from 4:30-7:30pm.   Bring your favorite copilot and enjoy the peace and romance of the museum at night. First 50 couples through the door will get a sweet treat from the Cupid Crew at SAM.   Members are free, usual admission rates apply. If you purchase a museum admission on February 13th your ticket is valid for the entire day, and includes admission into Date Nite.

Love is in the air and so might be eagles!  Join Ranger Stark at the Swim Beach to learn how to best spot eagles in our area.  We would LOVE to see you out bright and early to join in this eagle count!

As the world comes together to celebrate its best athletes at the Winter Olympics in Italy, we’ll take part in the fun with our own version of CMOW’s Kids Olympics! Your kiddo will get the chance to become a Kid Olympian by taking on a gauntlet of fun, winter-themed events to collect stamps. Collect them all and take home the gold for your family!

Learn how to safely evacuate an aircraft after an emergency water landing- just like the landing of US Airways Flight 1549!   Led by a former US Airways training specialist, this hands-on activity is  FREE with admission to the museum and suitable for most ages.

Join us for Science At Play, where science comes to life for even the littlest learners! Get ready for a morning of hands-on discovery where curiosity leads the way. Investigate ooey-gooey materials like slime, help build a collaborative city, explore the science inside your own body, and discover why science matters. The Museum will be open for regular exploration in addition to Science At Play activities. Science At Play is proud to be part of the statewide NC Science Festival. This year’s theme, “Science Matters”, highlights the important role science plays in our lives, and Science At Play invites families to experience just how meaningful (and fun!) it can be.

In recognition of Invasive Species Awareness Week, join Lake James State Park staff for a guided walk and hands-on demonstration focused on identifying and preventing invasive species. Learn how invasive plants impact native ecosystems and what you can do to help stop their spread both in the park and at home. All ages welcome. No experience necessary.

The Children’s Museum of Wilmington believes that children learn best through hands-on and creative educational experiences. We provide children with programs and interactive exhibits that emphasize critical thinking skills, STEAM instruction, and hands-on projects in small group sizes. We offer a wide variety of themed camps led by engaged, qualified educators, to fit and support every child’s interests. Our unique layout comprises three beautiful historic buildings, an interactive water exhibit, and an outdoor play area, giving children plenty of kid-friendly spaces to move, learn and play. ​

  Where in eastern NC can you find fossils, flight simulators, faintin’ goats, AND over 2,000 feathered friends in one place? Well Sylvan Heights Bird Park of course!On Saturday, April 18th from 10:00AM-2:00PM, Sylvan Heights Bird Park will celebrate Earth Day, the largest family event of the year. This event brings the public together with over 20 regional environmental and community organizations in an interactive event that highlights careers in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) field through fun hands-on demonstrations, experiments, and activities.Visitors of all ages will have the chance to dig for fossils with the Aurora Fossil Museum and Scotland Neck’s Rock Museum, learn to fly with Elizabeth City State University’s Dept. of Aviation, learn about the latest in firefighting technology with Coopers Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, interact with faintin’ goats, miniature horses, reptiles and of course birds- just to name a few! All activities are free to the public with paid admission to the park.

Ditch the clichés this Valentine’s Day. Sip cocktails, catch live entertainment and explore science with a twist at Discovery Place Science. Plus, dedicate a rose or name a roach for someone special (or not).