Austin – Sunday, Nov 14, 2pm – 6:30pm (In-person)

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of our lives. Kidzu was able to pivot quickly, adapt programming to a virtual world, and reopen in a gradual and safe manner. The pandemic is far from over, though, and the museum is still feeling the effects. In order to continue the important work, support is needed. ... Read More →

Join Weixin Zhou, Ackland Graduate Teaching Fellow, for an informal conversation about the Ackland’s 12-13th century Song dynasty Stem Cup, a work featured in the Ackland’s Close Looks project. Plan to look closely and think collectively. Registration is limited.

Join us at Kidzu Children's Museum for Sensory-Friendly Nights! We're thrilled to bring back this FREE monthly program specifically for children with different needs, due to a diagnosis of autism spectrum, sensory processing differences, Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. Siblings and other family members are encouraged to attend. Sensory-Friendly Nights offer the chance to... Read More →

Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour of the Ackland Art Museum’s collection. Advance registration required; space is limited. This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission.

Join author and entrepreneur Adrainne Renee Thompson as she reads her poetry, discusses the social epidemic of online dating, and recounts some of her more interesting encounters. Virtually hosted by the Orange County Historical Museum, on Thursday, November 18, at 7pm. Register for this free virtual event at www.orangehistorync.org/events. Thompson has won several poetry contests;... Read More →

Meet in the lobby for a 30-minute, guided tour exploring highlights of our current special exhibition Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon: Masterworks from the Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection at Asia Society. Advance registration required; space is limited.

Join us in reading artist and author Edmund de Waal’s captivating family memoir The Hare with Amber Eyes, which traces the story of his family through a collection of hand-carved Japanese netsuke as the objects traveled across time, space, and generations. After you’ve read it, spend time exploring the Ackland’s exhibition Buddha and Shiva, Lotus... Read More →

Needle Felted Ornaments (for Beginners) With Lindy Chicola $40 per person An introduction to the sculptural art and tools and materials of needle felting. Participants will get to know this luxurious, natural material and the satisfaction of mindful handiwork. We’ll have a short introduction, some guiding points/examples, and one-on-one help as needed. Most participants leave... Read More →

Bring the whole family and join us at our annual Tuck In the Garden event! Join Kidzu for the last garden party of the season! Help us "tuck in the garden" for the winter by spreading mulch and feeding the plants with some compost tea, using compost that is generously donated by Compost Now. You... Read More →

Carrboro Film Fest returns this November with more than forty short and feature films! Join us Nov. 19-21. New. Southern. Film.

Carrboro Film Fest returns this November with more than forty short and feature films! Join us Nov. 19-21. New. Southern. Film.

Proof of vaccination or negative PCR tests will be required for entry. Masks must be worn throughout venue, unless actively drinking. For all info visit www.local506.com