A non-profit educational foundation created for the purpose of preserving Native American artifacts, art, and culture.
A non-profit educational foundation created for the purpose of preserving Native American artifacts, art, and culture.

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Currently Available Classes and/or Special Guest Speakers

Check out what special things we’ve got going on at the museum! Sign up in advance by clicking on the event listing you’re interested in. There will be a section to purchase tickets and to ensure your spot in events with limited seating.

Interested in one of our classes but we don’t have availability for your vacation schedule? From October to December, we are able to create a class for your group within our normal hours of operation. You MUST have a minimum of 5 people and call or use our CONTACT PAGE in advance so we can discuss availability of staff and materials before your visit.

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  • Who was Chief Wingina of the Hatterask?

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Hundreds of years before famous Chiefs like Geronimo, Crazy Horse and Tecumseh, there was an extraordinary chief that has been erased from history. Join Gray Michael Parsons and learn about a man who worked to protect his people, Chief Wingina of the Hatterask/Roanoke people. Event is free with museum admission. We will be hosting this […]

    Free With Admission

  • Gameday!

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Ever wonder what kind of games Native Americans played? Native people played games of chance, skill, and even board games. Every Friday at 11 am and 2 pm you can test your skill. Try to win Picaria (a board game) or see if you can handle a Abenaki game to test your coordination. Join us […]

  • A is for Artifact, A Museum Scavenger Hunt

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Come to the museum and add an extra bit of adventure to your visit. Saturdays from June 21st to August 30th, have the opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt. At the Admissions desk, you will receive a paper with each letter of the alphabet. See if you can find something in our exhibits for […]

  • Showtime Native Style Oh MY!

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Native people have appeared in many TV shows, movies and videos. Sundays at 11 am and 2 pm we will be sharing Native created films and documentaries. Learn about the first Code Talkers of World War 1, pioneers in music, Native recipes, and more! Check out our Facebook page for movie titles and days.

  • Aug 5 2025: Chatting with Granny: Appalachian Healing & Herbalism

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Appalachian Healing & Herbalism with Renee Spence of Granny Witch Gardens Classes available at two times during the day! 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Join herbalist and 6th-generation granny woman, Renee Ramey, for an enlightening journey into the world of Appalachian traditional healing and folk herbalism. Renee's class will highlight her rich heritage, diving into […]

    Free With Admission

  • Aug 6 2025: Chatting with Granny: Appalachian Healing & Herbalism

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Appalachian Healing & Herbalism with Renee Spence of Granny Witch Gardens Classes available at two times during the day! 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Join herbalist and 6th-generation granny woman, Renee Ramey, for an enlightening journey into the world of Appalachian traditional healing and folk herbalism. Renee's class will highlight her rich heritage, diving into […]

    Free With Admission

  • The Tribes of the Outer Banks

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Who were the original Native Americans that lived on the Outer Banks? How did they live? What did they eat? Were they enemies or friends to each other? What language did they speak? Come and find out more about the five tribes/villages that existed long before the English arrived.

  • Gameday!

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Ever wonder what kind of games Native Americans played? Native people played games of chance, skill, and even board games. Every Friday at 11 am and 2 pm you can test your skill. Try to win Picaria (a board game) or see if you can handle a Abenaki game to test your coordination. Join us […]

  • A is for Artifact, A Museum Scavenger Hunt

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Come to the museum and add an extra bit of adventure to your visit. Saturdays from June 21st to August 30th, have the opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt. At the Admissions desk, you will receive a paper with each letter of the alphabet. See if you can find something in our exhibits for […]

  • Showtime Native Style Oh MY!

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Native people have appeared in many TV shows, movies and videos. Sundays at 11 am and 2 pm we will be sharing Native created films and documentaries. Learn about the first Code Talkers of World War 1, pioneers in music, Native recipes, and more! Check out our Facebook page for movie titles and days.

  • Aug 12 Traditional Native American Dances

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Dances have always been, and continue to be, an important part of native culture. Dance is a way in which we express our culture, honor our ancestors, celebrate life, and even keep our stories alive. Join two incredible volunteers that have often served as head dancers at PowWows, Thunder and E Nah Dah from Eastern […]

    Free With Admission

  • Aug 13 Cherokee Story Telling

    Frisco Native American Museum 53536 Nc Hwy 12, Frisco, NC, United States

    Stories are an integral part of Native American cultures. It's true, stories are often enjoyable to listen to, full of adventure, humor, and interesting animal helpers. Stories are also a way to teach values, educate on history, illustrate consequences of behavior, build community, and preserve our rich history. Join the lovely E Nah Dah and […]

    Free With Admission

Sponsored Events

Annual Museum Day

The Frisco Native American Museum continues the spirit of the annual event that used to be Smithsonian Museum Day Live by offering free admission with bringing a canned good. Visitors are welcome to bring more than one item for donation.

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Take A Child Outside Week

This international program is designed to help break down obstacles that keep children from discovering the natural world and to arm parents, teachers, and other caregivers with resources and recreational activities for exploring local habitats

Some things in life are free . . .

September 24-30 Annually

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Outer Banks Wildfest

Lots of fun activities on the island to learn about local wildlife. The museum has had a booth that has activities about bats where children could make their own bat hand-puppet! Check back to see if we will be having a booth as the theme changes each year.

Check back for 2025 dates

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RWS Earth Day & Plant Swap

The museum has participated in the first annual Earth Day event with a talk about our local pollinators, dispelling spider myths, and friendly snakes to gently pet. Join us next year along with other local vendors and educators to celebrate the natural world we’re all a part of.

April 26th, 2025

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