The ICONS Tour

A guided tour exploring the science and stories behind the museum's most iconic 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!