People of all ages can become builders, designers and creators in a brand-new pop-up experience, Boxopolis: A Creative Cardboard City. This hands-on community project encourages visitors to explore their creativity and imagination in a shared space, working together to design and build a cityscape using recyclable materials and inventive tools. Included with general admission and free for museum members.

Join us for 2 fun-filled evenings with the Hickory Crawdads this summer! Claim up to 4 FREE tickets at the Crawdads Box Office with your CSC Membership Card. Be sure to stop by our booth before the game for some hands-on science activities, then settle in for first pitch at 7:00 PM. Stick around after the game for an exciting fireworks show to cap off the night! Not a member yet? Join today and don’t miss out on this exclusive perk. Membership Benefits | Join Catawba Science Center | Catawba Science Center | Changing Lives and Inspiring Learning Through Science and Wonder

DINOSAURS! has made their way back to CSC!  Get ready to come face-to-face with jaw-dropping fossils, thrilling prehistoric discoveries, and hands-on Jurassic fun for explorers of all ages.   The ROAR of prehistoric fun is here—don’t miss it!

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape Earth’s most devastating extinction event. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science reveal how evolution shaped the dinosaurs—and how birds, their modern-day descendants, continue their legacy. It’s a prehistoric adventure that will inspire the next generation of paleontologists and conservationists alike. This unique experience is a bonus feature to our exhibit which is not included in admission to CSC. Members: $5 | Non-Members: $7

Join us for an immersive planetarium experience featuring Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” and “The Wall” This one-night-only event blends music, light, and science into the perfect date night or outing with friends.   Doors open at 6:00 PM to explore, with shows at 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM. Advance tickets are required! Beer and wine will be available for a donation before the show.   Members $5.50| Non-Members $7.50   Don’t miss this unforgettable night under the dome

The Children’s Museum of Wilmington believes that children learn best through hands-on and creative educational experiences. We provide children with programs and interactive exhibits that emphasize critical thinking skills, STEAM instruction, and hands-on projects in small group sizes. We offer a wide variety of themed camps led by engaged, qualified educators, to fit and support every child’s interests. Our unique layout comprises three beautiful historic buildings, an interactive water exhibit, and an outdoor play area, giving children plenty of kid-friendly spaces to move, learn and play. ​

Join us for another fun-filled year of Summer Fun with hands-on science camps for pre-K to rising 9th graders! Choose from one, two, or multiple weeks of exciting and engaging classes with weekly themes designed for specific age groups and led by professional educators. CSC Members get discounts on Summer Camp! Be sure to renew your membership prior to signing up for camp to ensure you get member pricing for the full summer!

Get ready for a night of prehistoric fun at CSC! Join us for a special Family Movie Night featuring “The Land Before Time” a beloved animated classic that brings dinosaurs to life in a heartwarming adventure, perfect for all ages. Before the film, guests will have the chance to meet some of our CSC Animal Ambassadors and discover fascinating adaptations that help animals survive and thrive. It’s a great opportunity to explore what makes every creature, past and present, so unique.

Join us the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2 PM for our brand-new Facebook Live series, Tune in Tuesday. This interactive experience brings you closer to the science center with exclusive behind-the-scenes access, fun facts you won’t hear anywhere else, and special features on the people, animals, and exhibits that make our center so unique. Best of all, you’re part of the show! Ask questions in real time, connect with our team, and dive deeper into the science that sparks your curiosity.