Date: Saturday, Aug 29
Time: 9:00 am
Venue: 1950 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Family
Sk8rday Mornings Outdoor Skate at the NC Museum of Art. Join us at the Ellipse at the museum park—a flat, smooth surface for skating. We’ll stretch and then skate for about an hour. EVERYone and all levels are welcome—no one is left behind. Closest parking is near the Welcome Center.
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“Helmets are highly recommended since the paved path is surrounded by grassy hill”
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NC Museum of Art's Sk8rday Mornings runs Saturday, Aug 29, 9:00 am.
1950 Blue Ridge Road is at 1950 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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