Family Finds

This week on NC Weekend, learn and play at Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum in High Point, where children are encouraged to explore throughout their experience. In Charlotte dive into more family friendly fun at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, plus more fun with the family at places like the TreeRunner Adventure Park and the Aurora Fossil Museum.

Next week, celebrate "NC Art & Soul" with highlights of artsy hubs like The Mitford Museum, founded by the bestselling author, Jan Karon in Hudson. 

Watch NC Weekend Thursdays at 9 PM on PBS NC & the PBS App. Find additional airtimes on our TV Schedules page, and watch past episodes online and on the free PBS App.

US National Whitewater Center

Mecklenburg County
Producer: Carson Fox

If your family is looking for some adrenaline-filled thrills this weekend, head to the US National Whitewater Center in Charlotte for climbing, mountain biking and of course, paddling.

Website: whitewater.org

Nido & Mariana Qubein Children's Museum

Guilford County
Producer: David Hardy

Join Deborah Holt Noel as she explores the Nido and Marian Qubein Children’s Museum in High Point and see why it was voted our state’s Attraction of the Year.

Website: qubeinchildrensmuseum.org

TreeRunner Adventure Park

Wake County
Producer: Rick Sullivan

TreeRunner Adventure Park is a premiere aerial adventure park in Raleigh with over ninety features and obstacles.

Website: treerunnerparks.com

Mountain Gateway Museum

McDowell County
Producer: Teresa Litschke

The Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort is a great way to learn about our state’s mountain history and culture.

Website: mgmnc.org

Aurora Fossil Museum

Beaufort County
Producer: Clay Johnson

The little coastal town of Aurora-site of a large phosphate mine-has built an amazing fossil museum with rare specimens from the area.

Website: aurorafossilmuseum.org