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Ocean Careers Camp sponsored by NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher and New Hanover County 4-H
Have you ever wondered about a career in marine science? Are you interested in making discoveries and learning about the ocean? Do you have a passion for protecting the earth’s ocean and the animals that live there? In Ocean Careers Camp, you will join educators from the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher to learn about a variety of opportunities in marine science and meet scientists across the country who are already working in the field. Try your hand at doing the same work the experts are doing and develop your skills in problem solving, scientific research, animal care, and creative design.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join our educators to learn all about the butterfly life cycle and the species you may find in the Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens, then take part in a butterfly release!
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
- Click here to register
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Enjoy a stroll around the gardens and see what’s flying! We will look for resident and migrating birds, and learn basic birding skills. No experience is necessary. Binoculars will be available on a first come first serve basis. This event is co-hosted with our partner Wild Bird and Garden.
- Pre-registration is required. Click here to register.
- Program is included in garden admission. Members must pre-register.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
For more information about after-school programs at Davis Rec Center, call 910-341-7837
60 gallon barrel – Special Price of $90.00 (Normal Retail Price $119.95)
80 gallon barrel – Special Price of $110.00 (Normal Retail Price $139.95)
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
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Join educators from Parks & Gardens and the Cape Fear Museum for a park pop-up by the Long Leaf Park playground on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 9am-12pm. No registration required – just stop by our booth any time between 9am-12pm for some fun educational activities.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join us Saturday mornings at 10 am for this weekly FREE PROGRAM!
Discover the wonders of our world through guided stories, songs, games and hands-on activities. Explore new topics each week! This program is ideal for children aged 3-6 and their adult helpers.
Stop by the Museum Park between 2 pm and 4 pm to investigate science topics through hands-on activities, experiments, and nature exploration. This program is free and open to all ages. The Science Cycle will be in the park (weather permitting) on the following Saturdays:
- March 26
- April 9
- May 14 & 28
- June 11 & 25
- July 9 & 23
- August 13 & 27
Stop by and see us!
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join our educators to learn all about the butterfly life cycle and the species you may find in the Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens, then take part in a butterfly release!
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
- Click here to register
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Beat the heat by joining educators in the Airlie Gardens classroom to meet some of southeastern North Carolina’s native wildlife. We will be exploring our terrariums and learning about each animal and all of their adaptations to survive in our area. Pre-registration is required at AirlieGardens.org.
Are you tired of trash? Then join the Trash Mob! We meet at 10am on the third Wednesday of each month at rotating locations around New Hanover County. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age and can volunteer as an individual or group. Contact Jodi Rich by email or (910) 798-7629 for details and location.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
For more information about after-school programs at Davis Rec Center, call 910-341-7837
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join our educators on a guided walk through Airlie Gardens’ Pollinator Garden and check out what’s blooming, and the many pollinators that call the garden home.
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
There’s no better place to learn how to bird than Airlie Gardens! Airlie is home to over 200 species of birds. We will go over basic birding skills, ID tricks and proper binocular use. We will focus on the diverse habitats of some of our most common birds in the gardens. Bring binoculars if you have them. We will have limited pairs to check out.
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required at AirlieGardens.org
Join us Saturday mornings at 10 am for this weekly FREE PROGRAM!
Discover the wonders of our world through guided stories, songs, games and hands-on activities. Explore new topics each week! This program is ideal for children aged 3-6 and their adult helpers.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join our educators to learn all about the butterfly life cycle and the species you may find in the Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens, then take part in a butterfly release!
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
- Click here to register
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Enjoy a stroll around the gardens and see what’s flying! We will look for resident and migrating birds, and learn basic birding skills. No experience is necessary. Binoculars will be available on a first come first serve basis. This event is co-hosted with our partner Wild Bird and Garden.
- Pre-registration is required. Click here to register.
- Program is included in garden admission. Members must pre-register.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
For more information about after-school programs at Davis Rec Center, call 910-341-7837
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Join our environmental educators for a walk around Pages Creek Park Preserve and learn all about the local flora and fauna! The walk is approximately one mile on uneven terrain. This program is FREE, but pre-registration is required. Click here to register
*Please note that Pages Creek Park Preserve does not have restroom facilities
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
11 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
Tuesdays through Fridays
Beginning May 31 through August 26
10 am and 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Discover science and history in the Museum galleries at this drop-in program. Summer Pop-Ups offer quick activities that are designed to encourage discovery through hands-on learning. Adult participation is required. Programs are approximately 20-30 minutes with new themes each week.
60 gallon barrel – Special Price of $90.00 (Normal Retail Price $119.95)
80 gallon barrel – Special Price of $110.00 (Normal Retail Price $139.95)
Join us Saturday mornings at 10 am for this weekly FREE PROGRAM!
Discover the wonders of our world through guided stories, songs, games and hands-on activities. Explore new topics each week! This program is ideal for children aged 3-6 and their adult helpers.
Stop by the Museum Park between 2 pm and 4 pm to investigate science topics through hands-on activities, experiments, and nature exploration. This program is free and open to all ages. The Science Cycle will be in the park (weather permitting) on the following Saturdays:
- March 26
- April 9
- May 14 & 28
- June 11 & 25
- July 9 & 23
- August 13 & 27
Stop by and see us!
Join our educators to learn all about the butterfly life cycle and the species you may find in the Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens, then take part in a butterfly release!
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
- Click here to register
For more information about after-school programs at Davis Rec Center, call 910-341-7837
*Tickets must be reserved in advance and “sell” out quickly. Reserve your tickets at AirlieGardens.org.
Free admission for New Hanover County residents, NHC employees and NHC students with valid ID. Regular admission applies to all other guests. Last admission at 4:30pm and all guests must exit by 5pm.
- Cities of New Hanover County Include-
- Wilmington
- Carolina Beach
- Wrightsville Beach
- Kure Beach
- Castle Hayne
- Forms of valid ID accepted-
- License
- Piece of Mail
- Deed/Rental agreement
- Student ID- UNCW, Miller Motte, CFCC
New Hanover County residents are admitted free to the Museum the first Sunday of every month.
All New Hanover County offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
Join our educators to learn all about the butterfly life cycle and the species you may find in the Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens, then take part in a butterfly release!
- Cost: $9/adults (age 13+), $5/NHC residents & military, $3/child (age 4-12) and FREE for Airlie Members
- Pre-registration is required
- Click here to register