The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, in partnership with the Capital City Lawyers Association, presents "A Roadmap to Freedom". Local Raleigh attorney Lex-Jordan Ibegbu of Ibegbu Law, PLLC, presents a legal narrative of the realization of African Americans' rights. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Date: Wednesday, Feb. 18 Time: 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free
All for one and one for all! Superheroes come in all hues and have incredible abilities! Learn the history of African American comic book superheroes from then and now. Join us for a discussion and a display of historic comic books, as well as discuss Black superheroes in comics and film. Location: City of Raleigh Museum Age: All Ages Cost: Free No Registration Required
Our Student Council presents Teen Museum Market! Join us for a fun-filled event featuring talented teen vendors, creative arts and crafts, and DIY craft tables. All while enjoying an up-and-coming student band. Of course, we’ll have snacks! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration is Required
Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for this special edition of our popular Black history tour highlighting Oberlin Village. Tours will begin at Mordecai Historic Park and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic Turner House and Oberlin Cemetery and learn about the neighborhood’s history of community and freedom. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Tour Times: 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $15 for adults Get Tickets on RecLink
Join the Historic Raleigh Trolley for this special edition of our popular Black history tour highlighting Oberlin Village. Tours will begin at Mordecai Historic Park and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic Turner House and Oberlin Cemetery and learn about the neighborhood’s history of community and freedom. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Tour Times: 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: $15 Get Tickets on RecLink
The Dix Park Leadership Committee exists to provide guidance to City staff, Dix Park Conservancy, and other partners on the implementation of the Dix Park Master Plan. The Leadership Committee is supported by City staff and makes recommendations to the Raleigh City Council, which has final approval on the implementation of the Master Plan. View meeting agendas Dix Park Leadership Committee Meetings take place in-person at Dix Park Chapel (1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603) from 9 - 10:30 a.m. on the fourth Tuesday of every month, with the exception of summer break and winter holidays.
Historic Nash Square is one of our Capital City’s original public open spaces! Join us as we kick off the Nash Square Public Realm Plan to learn about its past and present, and to help shape its future. Raleigh Parks is excited to create a New Nash that reflects the unique needs and desires of the community. We welcome your input and look forward to collaborating with you!. Learn more about A New Nash: Kick-off Party & Open House
Join us for a celebration of Raleigh's unique natural areas! We'll be shining a light on invasive species management throughout our beautiful city. Dive into the exciting world of conservation with experts in natural resource techniques. Bring your family to explore an urban wetland while enjoying a free hot chocolate bar! This event is appropriate for the naturally curious of all ages. We hope to see you there! Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Park Ages: All Cost: Free No Registration is Required
Join Raleigh Parks at Nash Square! A pop-up series to explore the Nash Square Public Realm Plan on the first and third Tuesdays of March and April. Staff will be available from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., with 15-minute tours focusing on the week's theme at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to share their experiences. See you at Nash Square! Upcoming Dates: March 3: Tree Canopy and Urban Forestry March 17: History of Nash Square April 7: East Civic Tower – New City Hall April 21: Transportation and Connectivity Details Location: Nash Square Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., tours at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free No registration is required
The Sustainability Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 305 at 4:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns. The Parks Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 303 at 6:00 pm.
Celebrate the rhythms of Japan, Senegal, Puerto Rico, and more! Explore different drumming traditions, enjoy hands-on crafts, and pick up something from local food trucks, Levy's Jerkstand and Bulkogi Korean BBQ. Featuring Diali Cissokho Broughton High School Winter Drumline Tambor y Alma This event is presented in partnership with the Japan America Society of North Carolina. Event Details Location: Five Point Center for Active Adults Ages: All Cost: Free