Public Tour

Your family can experience an hour-long guided exploration of the North Carolina Museum of Art's People's Collection during this free Sunday tour. A museum docent will lead the group through the West Building, showcasing thousands of years of artwork and cultural artifacts. Depending on the tour and which docent leads it, your guide might take you through multiple galleries, highlight specific artists, or walk you through the basic principles and techniques behind creating art. This tour works wonderfully as an introduction if you're visiting for the first time, or as a nice activity to enjoy after grabbing lunch at the museum café. Families of all ages are welcome to join in. Simply meet your docent at the public tour sign in the West Building when you arrive—no advance registration is needed. Since tours depend on docent availability, the specific focus and galleries visited may vary each week.