Public Tour

Your family is invited to explore the North Carolina Museum of Art's West Building with a trained docent guide. This 50-minute tour introduces visitors to the People's Collection, which spans over 5,000 years of art and cultural history. Whether it's your first time at the museum, a perfect activity after grabbing lunch at the café, or you're simply curious about what's on display, this is a great way to experience the galleries with expert insights. What you'll see depends on your docent's focus that day—they might guide you through several galleries, highlight particular artists, or teach you about the fundamentals and elements of art itself. Children of all ages are welcome to join. Best of all, it's completely free. Simply look for the public tour sign in the West Building when you arrive, and your docent will meet you there to begin.