Public Tour

Your family can enjoy a guided 50-minute exploration of the People's Collection at the North Carolina Museum of Art. This free tour is perfect whether you're visiting for the first time, stopping by after grabbing a bite at the café, or simply curious about the thousands of years of art and culture on display. Meet your docent at the public tour sign in the West Building when you arrive. What makes these tours special is their flexibility. Your guide may lead you through several galleries, focus on particular artists, or teach the basics of how art works—it all depends on the docent leading that day. All ages are welcome to join, so families with young children, teens, and everyone in between can participate. Just show up ready to look, listen, and learn!