The Nature Research Center, an 80,000-square-foot wing of the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences currently under construction, will bring research scientists and their work into the public eye, help demystify an often intimidating field of study, better prepare science educators and students, and inspire a new generation of young scientists. The cornerstone of the NRC will be the SECU Daily Planet, an immersive, three-story multimedia space that will host live programming on current science issues and feature nature films on a giant screen. Other highlights include a 10,000-gallon aquarium with lionfish, bonnethead sharks and Atlantic stingrays, and Investigate Labs, where visitors can perform scientific experiments designed and led by Museum researchers and educators.
Mark your calendars … the public is invited to a 24-hour opening celebration from 5 p.m. on Friday, April 20 through 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2012.
Dates & Times:
24 Hour Opening; 4/20/12 at 5pm to 4/21/12 at 5pm
Cost:
Free admission
FOR MORE INFO
URL: http://naturalsciences.org/nature-research-center
Phone Number: 919-733-7450
