Join us as we celebrate seventy-five years of memories and innovation at the Museum of Life and Science!
Explore the Past…
You’ll be transported back into the Museum’s history as you stroll through some of our most picturesque outdoor exhibits. Enjoy creative cuisine as you sip cocktails in the treehouses, mingle amongst the dinosaurs, and participate in interactive science experiences.
Discover the Future…
While the Museum’s history runs deep, its future looks brighter than ever. Guests can get a sneak peek at the Museum’s renovations and hear about our future plans from the Museum’s CEO and Board Chair. The silent auction will feature exclusive Museum experiences, offered only on this night!
Event Schedule
7 pm – Cocktails and appetizers in Hideaway Woods
7:45 pm – Remarks from the Museum’s CEO, Carrie Heinonen and Board Chair, Jordan Clark
8 pm – 10 pm – Main event stretching from the Butterfly House to the Dinosaur Trail, including full open bar, strolling supper, desserts, silent auction tables, construction tours, live music from Punch, and dancing under the stars.
Creative cocktail attire recommended
All proceeds from this fundraising event will support the Museum’s mission.
Thank you to our event sponsors!
Diamond Sponsor
E.T. Rollins and Frances P. Rollins Foundation
Merck & Co.
Silver Sponsor
Biogen
Delta Development North Carolina
Jim and Susie Erlinger
Syngenta
Bronze Sponsor
Duke Energy
Durham Coca-Cola Bottling
Jani-King
Romeo, Wiggins & Company
United Therapeutics
In-kind Sponsor
Ashleigh Bakes Daily, Durham Distillery, Harris Beverage, Mystic Farm & Distillery, Tre Bella