Join us for “Buildings Day”! Collage your dream home, create a city, and follow a map through our exhibit to learn about cool Raleigh buildings! Join us for a day filled with excitement and make lasting memories. Ages 1-10 welcome! Location: City of Raleigh Museum Ages: 1 -10 Cost: Free
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh's Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to: Learn about projects impacting your community; Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs; Get assistance navigating our website and services; and, Much more!
Trees were selected as one of six special topics for focus as Raleigh begins the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan. This document is extremely important in guiding Raleigh's growth as all zoning and development regulations are required by North Carolina law to be consistent with the plan. As part of the plan update, the City is inviting the public to learn about and share their ideas about trees at two community events: Keynote Presentation: Tuesday, March 11 from 6 to 8 pm at Durant Nature Preserve State of Trees in Raleigh and a Community Conservation: Tuesday, March 18 from 6 to 8 pm at Dix Park Chapel If you are interested in attending one or both events, please register here: https://raleighnc.gov/planning/events/reflecting-raleigh-events
Join the City of Raleigh Public Art team in celebrating the public art coming to Atlantic Ave and Green Road Park! All ages welcome! Learn more about Public Art at Atlantic Avenue. Learn more about Public Art at Green Road Park. Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Brentwood Park Picnic Shelter Ages: All Cost: Free
Join us for a whimsical world of fun at Away with the Fairies! Shop for treasures at enchanting vendors and explore a garden where fairies frequent. You can make magical crafts and even meet some playful fairies. Watch performers bring stories to life with interactive shows. Bring the children in your life to celebrate a day filled with imagination, creativity, great food, and fun. Come dressed as your favorite wizard, pixie, or elf. All magical creatures are welcome at this free family-friendly festival! For questions or more information, please call the Mordecai Historic Park Visitor Center at 919-996-4364. Presented in collaboration with Paper & Stars Studio. Location: Mordecai Historic Park Ages: All Cost: Free
Trees were selected as one of six special topics for focus as Raleigh begins the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan. This document is extremely important in guiding Raleigh's growth as all zoning and development regulations are required by North Carolina law to be consistent with the plan. As part of the plan update, the City is inviting the public to learn about and share their ideas about trees at two community events: Keynote Presentation: Tuesday, March 11 from 6 to 8 pm at Durant Nature Preserve State of Trees in Raleigh and a Community Conservation: Tuesday, March 18 from 6 to 8 pm at Dix Park Chapel If you are interested in attending one or both events, please register here: https://raleighnc.gov/planning/events/reflecting-raleigh-events
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh's Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to: Learn about projects impacting your community; Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs; Get assistance navigating our website and services; and, Much more!
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh's Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to: Learn about projects impacting your community; Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs; Get assistance navigating our website and services; and, Much more!
Feed your belly and your brain. Bring your lunch and listen to a lecture! Feed your belly and your brain! Bring your lunch to the City of Raleigh Museum and listen to a captivating lecture every third Thursday of the month. This month, we welcome Raleigh Garden Club member Erica Winston. Her talk will be on Women-owned green businesses of the early 20th century. This lecture delves into how the emergence of garden clubs during this era fostered a "shadow economy," enabling many families to navigate the challenges of the Great Depression. Discover how these clubs not only provided financial support but also offered women a platform to showcase their talents and gain recognition. Ages: All Cost: Free
Join us at Lake Johnson Park to Celebrate World Water Day 2025! Raleigh Parks is partnering with NC State University to bring you Trailside Science: Celebrating World Water Day. Together, we will explore water quality, algae blooms and ecosystem health. What is World Water Day? World Water Day is an annual United Nations Observance, focusing on the importance of freshwater and inspiring action to tackle the global water challenges. About the Event Jump into an exciting water-filled adventure! Discover how water quality, algae, and algae blooms affect pets, wildlife, and humans! Learn through fun, hands-on citizen science activities with experts and partner organizations. This trailside event is perfect for curious minds of all ages who want to learn how water connects and sustains life! No advanced registration is required. Event Details Location: Lake Johnson Park Waterfront Program Center Ages: All Cost: Free
Join the City of Raleigh Stormwater team to learn more about how art and nature connect in our community at Lions Park. Create your own colorful paper mosaic inspired by native animal and plant species. This family-friendly, hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and guided by a local artist, Jeannette Brossart, who will share tips and techniques to help you craft a take-home masterpiece featuring the Neuse River Waterdog, Box Turtle, or Leopard Frog. Use vibrant paper shapes to bring your design to life. All ages and skill levels welcome! Learn more about Public Art at Lions Park Community Center. Learn more about Lions Park Green Stormwater Infrastructure Installation Project. Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: Lions Park Community Center Ages: All Cost: Free
Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh's Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to: Learn about projects impacting your community; Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs; Get assistance navigating our website and services; and, Much more!
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