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NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Sept. 17

Date: Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue: North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Arts

NCMA After Hours is a monthly event at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It is FREE to attend. No registration is required. NCMA After Hours is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome. Enjoy an evening of art, music, and creative energy. Explore the galleries after dark, experience live music or a DJ set, and take part in hands-on art activities inspired by works from the People’s Collection. Sip, socialize, and view the People’s Collection in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you come for the art, the music, or the community, After Hours offers a fresh way to connect with creativity. Food and drinks are available for purchase at NCMA Café. Upcoming NCMA After Hours Events NCMA-After Hours Thursday, September 17, 2026 5:30 to 9 p.m. West Building Enjoy a special NCMA After Hours takeover with the North Carolina Museum of History. Featuring Stitched in Tradition: Indigenous Fashion Showcase, the evening highlights culture, identity, and creative expression through fashion. Stitched in Tradition brings together Indigenous designers from North Carolina tribal communities whose work carries forward tradition while speaking to the present moment. The evening begins with an opening song and showcase of traditional regalia. The runway then becomes a place for storytelling, with designers presenting collections that reflect community, resilience, and lived experience. More than a fashion show, Stitched in Tradition celebrates the continued presence and influence of Indigenous creativity in contemporary spaces. The program concludes with reflections from the featured designers, offering insight into their work and the role of Indigenous fashion in visibility, representation, and sovereignty today. Schedule: 6:30 pm: Opening song 6:35 pm: Welcome and opening remarks 6:45 pm: Traditional regalia showcase featuring Indigenous dancers 7:05 pm: Designer runway presentations 7:45 pm: Designer reflections and closing remarks 8

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NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Sept. 17

“Arrive by 5:15 PM to grab a close parking spot before the crowds build.”

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Thu, Sep 17, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Price
Free
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NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art is a monthly evening event featuring live music, gallery access, and hands-on art activities in the West Building. While the museum designs this event with adults in mind, all ages are welcome to attend. Admission is entirely free and you do not need to register in advance. If you plan to eat while you are there, the NCMA Café sells food and beverages on-site, so you can skip packing dinner. Parking at the museum is plentiful and free in the main lots, though the spaces closest to the West Building fill up quickly as the evening gets underway. This event makes a great addition to your weekend plans because it offers a relaxed, budget-friendly way to introduce older children and teenagers to the museum. The addition of live music and interactive crafts keeps the atmosphere casual, meaning you do not have to worry about the usual quiet expectations of a traditional gallery visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy tickets or register for NCMA After Hours?
No, this event is completely free and does not require any pre-registration or tickets. You can simply show up at the West Building.
Is this event appropriate for young children?
While all ages are permitted, the event is designed for adults. Families with teenagers or older children will likely get the most out of the hands-on art activities and gallery viewing.
Where is the event located and where should I park?
The event takes place in the West Building of the North Carolina Museum of Art on Blue Ridge Road. Free parking is available in the museum's main lots.

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NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Sept. 17 runs Thu, Sep 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM.

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