North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) Winter Park Hikes & Rodin Sculpture Garden

About this adventure

The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) seamlessly combines world-class indoor art galleries with the country's largest museum park, encompassing 164 wooded and meadow acres. In winter, crisp blue skies provide the perfect backdrop for exploring the outdoor Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park, where miles of paved trails wind past monumental sculptures, Thomas Sayre's iconic earth-cast 'Gyre' rings, and reflective pond wetlands. When temperatures drop, head indoors to the luminous West Building to admire one of the nation's premier collections of Auguste Rodin bronzes, Egyptian artifacts, and European masterworks. Kids will love the museum's interactive art trails, wide open lawn spaces to stretch their legs, and the indoor East Building studio galleries featuring contemporary regional art and family-friendly lounge spaces. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved, gently graded multi-use trails throughout the museum park; both gallery buildings are fully ADA compliant with wide elevator access. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Quiet nursing and family rooms located in both West and East buildings; comfortable courtyard benches and heated cafe seating. • Age Suitability: Welcoming all ages; outdoor trails are wonderful for toddlers and strollers, while gallery guides offer scavenger hunts for youth. • Sensory Tips: Outdoor park is serene and open with crisp winter breezes; indoor galleries feature tranquil, softly lit spaces ideal for quiet strolls.