The ICONS Tour

Guided tour exploring the highlights and stories behind the museum's favorite exhibits.

Meet the icons of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. Join an experienced staff educator on a journey through the highlights to explore the science and stories of our favorite exhibits and specimens. The tour begins at 11 AM and lasts approximately 1 hour. Pre-registration is required, and closes 1 hour prior to the start time. This program is for ages 12 and up and all children under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Tour group limited to 15 participants. Ticket sales end one hour before the tour begins. Click the preferred date below to purchase tickets. 11:00 AM Saturday August 29, 2026 11:00 AM Saturday September 5, 202611:00 AM Saturday September 12, 202611:00 AM Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00 AM Saturday November 7, 202611:00 AM Saturday November 14, 202611:00 AM Saturday November 21, 2026 11:00 AM Saturday December 5, 202611:00 AM Saturday December 12, 202611:00 AM Saturday December 19, 2026 Tickets: $12, Free for Museum Members. Not a member yet? Join today! Corporate & Team-Building Tours Interested in an insider’s look at the Museum – with an expert guide all to yourself – for your corporate outing or team-building activity? Contact us!