FREE TUESDAYS - powered by Duke Energy
4 – 8 PM
Thanks to the support of Duke Energy, museum admission is free for everyone on the second Tuesday of each month!
There is no need to reserve museum admission tickets on Free Tuesdays. Arrive between 4 and 8 pm for free entry.
Planetarium shows are available for $5 per person. Visit the events calendar for show times & descriptions.
Power Up Learning by Duke Energy is a series of interactive learning experiences for the whole family, led by Schiele educators. These special programs will be presented quarterly during Free Tuesdays. Seating is limited, so arrive early to secure your space!
Free Tuesdays 2025 Schedule
January 14
February 11
March 11*
April 8
May 13
June 10*
July 8
August 12
September 9*
October 14
November 11
December 9*
*Power Up Learning programs presented at 4:30 & 5:30 PM in the auditorium. No registration required.
2025 Power Up Learning programs*:
March 11 – Weather
June 10 – Animal Adaptations
September 9 – Getting the Dirt on Soil
December 9 – Life in a Catawba Village
*Topics are subject to change.
