I've visited Old Salem numerous times over the years. I was pleased on my latest visit that new…read morebuildings and exhibits were open. There is a large parking area at the Visitor's Center. Tickets are $27 for a two day pass. The staff provides you with a map and circles all the stops so you will not miss a thing. You can go in any order you'd like. There is a lot of walking so make sure you have comfortable shoes on. There are also restroom stops along the way that are marked on your map as they are not obvious. In the buildings you can see various trades performed and learn about the Moravian history. I enjoyed the Doctor's House; Boy's School as I had not seen those before but it was great to see the other buildings again and get questions answered by the staff. MESDA is now an additional fee and not included with the Old Salem ticket. Then there are just two tours a day. The Frank L. Horton Museum has two self guided galleries. There are a few places to eat while at Old Salem. The Tavern of Old Salem is a sit down restaurant with table service. The Flour Box has sandwiches, pastries and salads as well as a traditional tea service. Winkler Bakery has breads, cookies and pastries. Old Salem has done a great job of preserving history and lots of the exhibits are hands on. There are signs that say "please touch" in some of the buildings.

We popped by on a whim and ended up spending a lovely, informative hour-plus strolling thought this…read morehistoric village site, which is a collection of restored old homes and businesses (and yes, gardens) from the 1700 and 1800s. Interestingly enough there are private residences mixed in as well. OK, so maybe it's really not incredibly riveting but it's still kinda interesting to see how early American life played out for Moravian, Black, and Indigenous peoples that lived in the South. A few of the buildings had docents in period dress relating the history of the particular house (some of these require separate admission tickets) or demonstrating their trades. For instance, we passed by a gunsmith's shop with a working craftsman inside, but it cost to go in. The whole area includes the Historic Town of Salem, the Gardens at Old Salem, the Frank L. Horton Museum Center, and the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) and is a few blocks from Winston-Salem's main downtown area, so probably best to park at the lot of the Museum/Gallery/visitor center and walk across the very cool Old Salem Covered Bridge to the village. We didn't have time to see all the grounds - which by the way, also have the site of the Original Site of Krispy Kreme Doughnut shop, which we did see, and were hugely disappointed by. It ain't nothing but an empty lot. But if you like old stuff like I do, you'll dig Old Salem even if you just go for half an hour. Plus it's mostly free.

In short: An interactive museum of arts, sciences and exploration that is for all ages!…read more Kaleideum was formed by the merger of SciWorks and The children's museum of Winston-Salem in July 2016. The goal of this merger was to reimagine learning and better meet the needs of the diverse community by providing access to informal science discovery and cultural experiences. I came here with two adult friends and my son who is 8. The museum is 4 stories (including the roof which has a beautiful playground overlooking the city). We were told to start at the top and work our way down and this is exactly what we did and would recommend to everyone . Each level has soooo many things to do whether it be interactive , experiments, or simply water play. We spent an easy 4 hours there and could've done more if the coffee shop was as open haha. Long story short, go here if you can. It's worth the entrance fee and experience :)

Very cool place. Lots of stuff for your kids can get into. My son particularly enjoyed the outdoor…read moreplayground, slides,climbing walls and this massive knit thing to crawl around in was very cool. I'm interested in going to one of the after dark events.

The Reynolda House is one of those places where the building itself competes with the artwork, and…read morehonestly, both win. Walking through the estate gives you a vivid sense of how the Reynolds family lived, entertained, and in one unfortunate case, met their end, all wrapped in the quiet elegance of a 1917 mansion. The galleries are filled with standout pieces like Peale's 1795 portrait of the Robinsons, Thomas Cole's woodland scene, and Albert Bierstadt's Sierra Nevada landscape, each out perfectly framed by the calm, refined setting. Did I mention the Georgia O'Keeffe landscape? There's one of these here too. Beyond the paintings, the museum offers a thoughtful look at period clothing, children's toys, and even the inner workings of the estate's organ, which is a rare treat to see up close. The whole experience is stepping into a carefully preserved world where art, architecture, and history all share the same space. It's all wonderful until a few loud visitors decide the museum is the right place for a group chat and a few "Wow, check this out!" comments that the ushers seem committed to letting breathe. It's a remarkable visit, as long as you're lucky to enjoy it at a reasonable decibel level. There are also the outside grounds, which are free to wander. A ticket is only needed for the home itself. [Review 1189 of 2026 - 4837 in North Carolina - 26368 overall]

We have been waiting to visit here and finally got the opportunity to do it. Their staff is very…read morefriendly, and the history behind every single thing is very interesting. Also, we came here during one of their events, and they had the Camel City exhibition. It was a fantastic experience.

The Greensboro Science Center is a true gem for families AND adults. They are committed to wildlife…read moreconservation, rehabilitation and education. The center is constantly improving and evolving the facility by maintaining current exhibits and adding new ones. They also host traveling exhibits such as BODIES. Right now, they are working on adding a new rainforest biosphere (Current ETA September 2027). There is also a butterfly room filled to the brim with butterflies, it is quite a site to see! The interior features children play areas, weather ed, reptiles and more. Not to forget about the AQUARIUM (my favorite part), which gives visitors the opportunity to touch rays and sharks, see the penguins, awe at massive tank with a wide variety of fish, and don't forget the penguins and jellyfish! The exterior is like a mini zoo, it could easily take you an hour+ to visit the flamingos, monkeys, tigers, Pygmy hippos, wolves, red panda, petting zoo and more. They also have concessions inside and outside if you need a beverage or some snacks. Don't forget to end the day with a ride on the carousel! During the December/January holiday time, they also have a lighted exhibit outdoors that you can walk through with lighted sculptures, shows, and hot cocoa. The Greensboro Science Center is a great value experience for something to do in Greensboro, I can't recommend it enough.

I came here to kill time during my drive through the state…read more Unfortunately the AI generators said they participated in Museums at all and the range was $3 to $5 for adults. I arrived there and the front desk people said they increased the price to $7 5 months ago. Since the museum didn't compare favorably to the science museums I was accustomed to (Maryland Science Museum) nor the aquatic centers (Baltimore Aquatic Center), I decided to give it a pass. Instead I went to the Tanger Bicentennial Gardens (free) and so glad I did. It made me grateful for the Maryland Science Museum and the Baltimore Aquatic Center that I frequented with my children. Because of them my son was inspired to become an aerospace engineer - now in his first year in college. That said if it's all you have, it is what it is. I think the $21 ticket price is ridiculous. As I mentioned their increased ticket price of $7 for Museum for All doesn't compare at all to other participating museums around the US.

I was able to find the Museum of Anthropology with ease because I am quite familiar with Wake…read moreForest University's campus. It is definitely quaint, it actually reminds me of more of a display area within a larger library. I attended an event to view the Afro Pop! exhibit. Prior to viewing the exhibit, we were treated to information about the Museum and the upcoming schedule of displays and events. The Afro Pop! exhibit is currently the feature exhibit and the idea for the exhibit came from the success of the movie Black Panther and their unique costumes and the set designs. The pieces included in the exhibit were very unique and included intricate details in the information supplementing the piece on display. They had other artifacts from prior exhibits posted, hung and displayed throughout the museum as well. It is indeed a small but mighty little hidden jewel on Wake Forest's campus.

This is a neat little museum located on the Wake Forest campus. It is a free museum and is great…read morefor kids. The exhibits do change so you can go often and see new exhibits.

Such a nice museum. A little bit of everything and great assortment of dinosaur fossils. Would…read morenever had expected this in Martinsville. Took our Grandson and he really enjoyed it. Also was able to get a free day pass for all of us at the library

Awesome Attractions with the Life size replicas of the Animals, the Dinosaurs and We took some…read moreamazing photos. My Client really enjoyed Himself, We were also Greeted by such a Wonderful Staff, It was my first time Ever entering the Museum and I really enjoyed it too. I've been back several times and My Client and I are planning on visiting again. He's invited His family to come down from Christiansburg and they did, They too enjoyed it and purchased a lot of things which made my client very happy because He was the beneficiary of all the items.

First time coming here since the New renovations the place looks amazing. Came in for coffee and…read morebook discussion today. It's great to see a lot of communities people at these events especially now that is a bigger and more comfortable place. The room is very inviting with comfortable seating and atmosphere. I can't wait to attend more events. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The place has ample parking and the new entrance is very inviting as soon as you walk in you see the new beautiful lobby.. even though their events are free please consider donating and supporting them. As they also host other events and have an anniversary displayed coming up.

This is a great little museum to check out if you are around the Old Salem/ Brookstown area. There…read moreis a small lot in front. The museum is free which is nice. There are two rooms with exhibits and plenty of pictures. I really enjoyed the video they had playing from the 40's about the city. The woman working there was friendly and helpful. When I asked a question she did not know she went to find out the answer. If you like to read everything it should take you about an hour.

Hubby and I wanted to explore Mt Airy on this lovely Monday early morning. Tickets are 10.00 a…read moreadult and plenty of parking around the museum. There are two small section one upstairs and the down stairs. I would say this museum is on the smaller side. We were done within 25 mins. It's nice to see things from the show since I did grow up watching this over at my grand parents house.

Perhaps the number one thing to do in Mount Airy and we really enjoyed it. Less than an hour to…read moretour through this small museum, watching the clips from movies and TV shows, viewing the exhibits and reading through the explanations of all the memorabilia. Lots to see! I think it's best to come early just after they open as it's not a very large space and it does get crowded. And don't miss the Siamese Twins Museum across the street - there is a combined admission. [Review 1760 of 2024 - 3680 in North Carolina - 22783 overall]

I had a great time seeing the different exhibits. The museum and Hanes House have a great…read moreaesthetic. The outside area is also serene and well manicured. I wandered thru the gallery and house and enjoyed a quiet afternoon. The staff members are also friendly and informative.

A classic Manor / estate that is parked or a Jason to secca - Southeastern Center contemporary art…read moremuseum. I known this location last year and this year via their monthly last Fridays socializing event during the warmer season. Where they have rotating DJ music and food vendors. They also sell wines (always limited options but has always been excellen), beer, alcohol. Not a full bar but enough to get the vibes / job done. Very classic look and feel of a manor. The back patio is pretty overlooking a beautiful pond , great for socializing especially in warmer season evenings. And I guess one could also fit in a visit to SECCA proper?? Anyways I encourage signing up for these last Friday events ans whatever they host.