Ascending to New Heights this Spring
At the site of the Charlotte Museum of Nature, spring is in bloom as the pollinators circulate and the foliage of the forest returns. Inside the building, you’ll find framing for walls, windows, and door frames. Looking up, the roof is being installed while insulation and HVAC systems are being put into place. Drainage, back-of-house animal care, and other special considerations for animal habitats are coming together in preparation for exhibition spaces that will showcase residents like the North American River Otter.
The building has passed a major milestone with more than 50% of construction completed. An especially exciting development is the Grand Staircase, which connects the welcoming Atrium to the galleries and gathering spaces on the second floor.
The Grand Staircase symbolizes the growth of our Nature Museum over the years. With the addition of the second floor, we’ve doubled the square footage of the original 1952 museum building, creating twice the exhibition space and twice the number of opportunities to learn about the importance of the Piedmont.
In the coming weeks, site work continues on the outdoor experiences and nature trails. Just this past week, footings were installed for the Apiary, which will become home to our beloved Discovery Place honey bees.
SHOWCASE YOUR LOVE OF NATURE
If you haven’t yet added your name to Charlotte Museum of Nature’s fence along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway in Freedom Park, there is still time to make a lasting impact.
The donation deadline has been extended to August 15, 2025!
Your $1,000 donation will reserve a fence blade plaque in a preferred placement with a personalized laser-cut message. Plus, you will receive an exclusive invitation to the Museum’s grand opening!
* A limited number of blades without premium placement or grand opening invitations are available for $500
Plaques are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Full donations must be received by August 15, 2025, for your plaque to be cut and installed on the fence for the Museum’s grand opening.
