The state’s museum devoted to science and nature, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in central Raleigh is the largest institution of its kind in the Southeastern United States and, with over a million visitors a year, the state’s most visited museum.
At the North Carolina Museum of Art, we believe in the transformative power of art. Through the People’s Collection, the state art collection that belongs to the citizens of North Carolina, and our 164-acre Park, we strive to create a sense of welcome and belonging.
In the heart of Raleigh, you’ll find a little slice of New Orleans: The Big Easy. We embody the best of our two favorite cities, Raleigh and New Orleans. with Our Cajun-inspired Southern fare, All-American classics, great libations, and good ol' fashioned southern hospitality, we are certain that there will be something that will please your palate.
Midtown Park and many gathering spaces offer plenty of fresh air, while conveniences such as groceries, banks, and a pharmacy are just a leisurely stroll away. Quality-of-life amenities are also at your fingertips, such as renewing spas, salons, and a 60,000 square foot gym. Entertainment venues, such as a 14-screen cinema, an upscale bowling alley and popular tap rooms are right next door. Premier dining establishments, high-end boutiques, department stores, and cafés are all a few steps in any direction.