We went awhile back to see Charlotte and were sorely disappointed. Hearing of her death today…read morereminded me I had forgotten to write a review. This location is privately run and not for educational purposes. More like going to a friends house to see their pets. Please consider going to an aquarium run by scientists for educational purposes.

I want to say this has been one of the highlights of my family trip. When your 16 yo his 17 yo best…read morefriend and wife all agree on this fact it says something. As adults we have this tendency to say "if I knew then what I knew now, I'd have paid more attention in school!" Well here's your chance. This tiny aquarium will impart more knowledge in a short visit than you probably take in most months if you take advantage of it. The interns and owner (a former teacher) are committed to answering questions. The things they are studying and sharing are amazing. If you go in and you want to learn and ask questions this will be an experience you won't forget. Think of the best science teacher you ever had, having an opportunity to show the world what she loves to talk about... and that is what you have here. Do yourself a favor, go, enjoy and learn!!

Had my daughter's birthday party here. So fun! She said it the best birthday yet! Definitely it out!read more

They just had my detailed, FACTUAL original review (and one owners unprofessional, snooty…read moreresponses) removed for being too truthful I guess. Here's a shorter version... cute photo opps, but do NOT waste your money on their birthday packages. It's average at best, contrary to one of the owners being an "event planner". Go take your pics and celebrate your event elsewhere as it is not worth the money they charge for what you get. Is that better?

The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame is located in Kannapolis, NC. It shares a building with the…read moreCurb Museum for Music & Motorsports. So you get two museums in one. Both admission and parking are free. Donations are accepted, though. The parking lot is behind the building, and you need to ring the doorbell to get inside, as they keep the doors locked. The Music Hall of Fame was started in 1999, but moved to Kannapolis in 2009. It was first in a renovated old jail before moving to this 20,000-square-foot location near West Ave. I'd been excited to visit this museum since I saw a sign for it on the highway. It met my expectations and then some. When you walk inside, you see some of the inductees on the wall. The other half is just down the hall. Those in the Hall of Fame need to have been born or raised in North Carolina. The public can submit nominees, and the board selects based on longevity, industry awards and cultural impact. It is not just singers in the Hall Of Fame, but songwriters, composers, producers, conductors and promoters. The large map of North Carolina with the numbers of the artists from there was well done. Then next to it you could listen to songs of these artists in their part of the state. The museum is divided into music genres, and similar artists are grouped together. R& B; Soul; Beach Music: Country & Bluegrass; Jazz & Blues; Gospel & Contemporary Christian; Hip Hop; Rock; Pop; and Indie Rock. Then, performers and non-performers. Memorabilia is included for each artist as well, from clothing to lyrics to instruments to awards. I liked that some of the exhibits were interactive. You could listen to their stories or hear their music. I was excited to learn even more about the history of the inductees who were also on Scott Nurkin's North Carolina Musicians Mural Trail. John Coltrane, Elizabeth Cotten; Thelonious Monk; George Clinton, Nina Simone; Earl Scruggs; Don Gibson; Ben E. King; Link Wray; Blind Boy Fuller; Maceo Parker, Max Roach; Roberta Flack; Randy Travis Mary Cardwell Dawson, J. Cole; and 9th Wonder. There were other legends I was not familiar with, but some like Robert Moog and more modern stars like the Avett Brothers, Scotty McCreery, Clay Aiken, Luke Combs, Fantasia and Petey Pablo. I gave myself two hours to view the museum so make sure you give yourself enough time. The museum does close for lunch from 12-1. There is a small gift shop in the front. Don't forget the items you bought, as I did, though. Give yourself time to visit the Curb Museum too. You can see legendary race cars like Richard Petty's #43 and Dale Earnhardt's #2 just steps away from the music exhibits. When in Kannapolis, make sure to stop and see the George Clinton mural. I actually went to the mural first, then headed into the museum to see his inductee exhibit--it's a great way to see how the town celebrates its musical roots, both inside and out!

From the owner: Come see exhibits and learn fun facts about your favorite music celebrities from North Carolina…read more The NC Music Hall of Fame has many world famous musician and singers from all genres of music. We are considered on of the top visitor attractions in the state and offer Free Admission, Free Parking, and Free Private Tours. #ncmhof

A great and interesting museum. It's on the small side, but has A lot to offer. The architecture is…read moreamazingly restored. Unfortunately, they are closed on Saturdays.

Really worth stopping in! Some old school racing things and The NC music HOF is in the same…read morebuilding. Staff is super friendly and just really enjoyed the place.

As a NASCAR fan I knew Mike Curb and Curb Records had been a part of the sport for many years…read more What I didn't know until I read it in a local guide book was that they have a building that houses a race car museum and the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. The two most famous cars would be ones driven by 43 Richard Petty (his 199th win) and by Dale Earnhardt, who won his first championship in 1980 driving the #2 Mike Curb sponsored car. Curb has also sponsored cars in Indy racing, Sprint cars, drag racing, and in many of the NASCAR series. Lots of cars on display from all of those categories. The facility is also home to the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. The HOF features inductees from many different musical fields. Some of the persons/ groups in the hall include James Taylor, Andy Griffith, Clay Aiken, Charlie Daniels, Kate Smith, The Embers, and Arthur Smith. Nice displays that include costumes, instruments, record covers, and other items associated with the inductees. Excellent place that I highly recommend you visit when in the area.