Calling all adventurous kids to Schiele Museum this summer
Looking for a fantastic summer adventure for your family? The Schiele Museum has an array of engaging and educational activities that will delight visitors of all ages from June 1 through August 11. Dive into our summer programs and make the most of your visit every day!
Farm Friends
2 PM daily
Join a guided tour of The Farm at The Schiele, where you can meet a variety of animals and learn about their unique personalities and daily routines. This is a wonderful way for kids to connect with nature and understand the importance of farm animals in our lives.
Included with admission to The Farm.
Keeper Talks
11 AM weekdays
Get a glimpse into the lives of the animals that call The Schiele home. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays will feature animal feedings.
Included with museum admission.
Gemstone Mining
Mondays – Saturdays, 11 – 2 PM, Sundays, 1-4 PM
Use our running-water sluice to search for mineral treasures like citrine, amethyst, and rose quartz. Keep what you find!
$5 per person.
Catawba Village
Mondays – Saturdays, 11 – 2 PM, Sundays, 1-4 PM
Take a step back in time as you explore over 400 years of Indigenous history, culture, and survival with a self-guided tour of the Catawba Indian Village.
Included with admission to The Farm.
Innovation Station
Saturdays, 11 – 2 PM, Sundays, 1-4 PM Calling creators of all ages! Unleash your creativity in our makerspace lab. Use recyclable materials to design, build, make, or craft anything you can imagine.
Included with museum admission.
Snake Saturdays
Saturdays, 11 AM
Slither over to the newest exhibit at the Schiele, Friends Not Foes: The Snakes of North Carolina and uncover the facts about some of the Carolinas’ most famous reptiles!
$3 per person with museum admission. Free for members!
Plan Your Visit
The Schiele Museum offers a summer packed with fun and learning opportunities. Whether your family is interested in animals, history, or creativity, there’s something for everyone. Make memories and inspire a love of discovery in your children by visiting The Schiele this summer.
Don't miss out on these incredible experiences—plan your visit today and enjoy all that The Schiele has to offer!
