

The can't-miss exhibit here, though, is the SECU Daily Planet, a three-story theater that explores the planet earth from the inside out. The Nature Research Center is where you can learn about the science behind the natural world, from the DNA Investigative Lab to space exploration. 47+ Things to Do in Raleigh this weekend (June 13 -19, 2023) Story by Craig Makepeace 4h ago A re you looking for fun things to do in Raleigh this weekend This weekly update. Those who like to get really hands-on will love the Discovery Room, where you are encouraged to touch and explore everything. The best outdoor activities in Raleigh according to Tripadvisor travellers are: Neuse River Trail Pullen Park JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University. The Prehistoric section is the most popular, where you can meet Acro, the only genuine skeleton of an Acrocanthosaurus on display in the world.

In addition to traveling exhibits, the Nature Exploration Center has permanent installations including the Arthropod Zoo the Living Conservatory and exhibits that explore North Carolina's coasts, mountains, and local natural history. It has two buildings: one focused on the educational exhibits, and the other focused on the methods behind the science. Conveniently located downtown, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is one of the largest natural science museums in the southeastern United States.
