Raleigh Museums
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Museums in Raleigh, NC, North Carolina.
Founded in 1879, this museum's purpose is to preserve the state's biological diversity. The museum is located downtown in the Bicentennial Plaza. Many free exhibits take place but certain special events require admission. Group events can be accommodated, such as school field trips.
This museum posses paintings and sculptures from the state of North Carolina. Their collection consists of over 5,000 years of artistic heritage, dating back to ancient Egypt to the present day. Located in the museum are the Museum Restaurant and the Museum Shop.
This local museum has a collection of the city artifacts. The collection consists of toys, games, photographs, textiles, jewelry, furniture, militaria, postcards and garments. Items are given from the local community. The museum is a non-profit organization and admission is free.
Exhibits at this museum explore elements of North Carolina's past from pre-Colonial times to the present. Visitors have the chance to learn about sports, folk life and women's history in the state.
African American Cultural Complex
This center features a large collection of artifacts, documents and displays of contributions from African Americans. There are many different displays, which are displayed in several buildings. The main purpose of the complex is to make people aware of the contributions from African Americans by educational means.
