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On Durham Community days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of residence. All adults must have Durham residency to get in free; each adult can bring up to five children. Guests without current proof of residency will need to pay for tickets at check-in.
- The Museum of Life and Science
Free daily admission to the Museum. Early entry at 9am every...
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- The Museum of Life and Science
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Free daily admission to the Museum. Early entry at 9am every day. Advance registration for select special events and summer camps. 10% discount in Museum stores, coffee bar, and onsite cafe. Reduced admission to more than 500 zoos, aquariums, and science centers worldwide. … and more.
On Durham Community days, Durham County residents get in free with current proof of residence. All adults must have Durham residency to get in free; each adult can bring up to five children. Guests without current proof of residency will need to pay for tickets at check-in.
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433 W. Murray Ave, Durham, NC 27704 All visitors are welcomed through the main building entrance. Once inside, museum members, pre-purchased ticket holders and walk-in visitors can walk left to check-in at to the front desk.
The museum is open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Museum members can gain access an hour early at 9 a.m. Closed on New Year’s Day, Presidents Day, Indigenous People’s Day/Columbus Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
General – $23Seniors (Ages 65+) – $21Children (Ages 3-12) – $18Children (Ages 2 and under) – FreeEveryone is welcome to use the restroom they feel comfortable using. Changing tables are available in all restrooms. The main building offers three restrooms spread across both floors including one at the main entrance. The main building also has three comfortable Caregiver Areas for nursing parents or families who need to take a break. The Butterf...
Free car parking is available on both sides of Murray Avenue. A covered three-story parking deck, also free and open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., is located on the south side, across the street from the museum. For active families who choose to bike to the museum, multiple racks on the front entry plaza accommodate up to 15 bicycles. Four electric car charger...
Sprout Café and Elements Coffee Barare the two food venues available to guests. Located by the outdoor exhibits, Sprout Café provides breakfast, lunch and snack options, with indoor and outdoor seating. Elements Coffee Bar on the first floor of the main building offers hot and cold beverages, bakery items and snacks. Light snacks for children are a...
Accessibility for all is one of the museum’s highest priorities. As such, the entire campus — indoors and out — is easy to navigate via strollers and wheelchairs. Additionally, five manual wheelchairs are available on loan for free on a first-come, first-serve basis. Strollers are also available for rent (single $2/day, double $4/day) on a first-co...
Make sure to pack sunblock, hats and a change of clothes to make play in outdoor exhibits safe, fun and fuss-free.
Museum of Life + Science. Located just blocks from downtown Durham, the Museum of Life and Science is one of North Carolina’s top family destinations. Situated on 84-acres, our interactive science park includes a two-story science center, one of the largest butterfly conservatories on the East Coast, and beautifully landscaped outdoor ...
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How do I reserve/purchase advance tickets? Tickets may be purchased online here. You will need to select a visit date, as well as the number of tickets needed. Members, your free admission discount is applied in the shopping cart. If you need assistance, please contact us at 402-444-5071.
