Museum of Life and Science free for Durham residents August 27
Date: Thu, Aug 27, 2026
Time:
Venue: Various Locations in Durham, Durham
Price: Free
Category: Community
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The exhibits explore a wide range of scientific fields — physics, zoology, aerospace, weather, sound, and more — all in a fun, hands-on way. Read on to learn all about the museum, or jump to the information about Durham Community Days, where Durham and Durham County residents can attend for free. Take a peek at a few favorite activities or jump to: Exhibits Admission Membership Hours More pictures Events, including FREE days for Durham and Durham County residents Treehouse at Museum of Life and Science. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The museum is on 84 acres, with plenty of opportunities for kids to run, climb, dig, and even (in warm months) get wet. It's safe to say that after a day at Museum of Life and Science, your kids will be worn out and ready for some rest. Red Wolf in habitat at Museum of Life and Science. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The museum features a Farmyard, with animals like goats and alpacas, and habitats for lemurs, and rescued black bears and red wolves. Photo by SCB for Mace Publishing, LLC Kids learn about physics, aeronautics and more though open-ended hands-on activities. Photo by SCB for Mace Publishing, LLC Butterfly House at Museum of Life and Science. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The Butterfly House is a rainforest environment that's home to hundreds of butterflies, with many species that you won't find in your backyard! Cool Down Room at Museum of Life and Science. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC The museum includes a Cool Down Room, where guests with sensory sensitivities can take a break in a calm space. Keep reading for a roundup of the exhibits, and pictures from many of them! Or just jump to the list of events. Museum of Life + Science Exhibits Indoor exhibits Aerospace Butterfly house Carolina wildlife Flip it, Fold it, Figure it out
