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CHAPEL HILL. This amazing planetarium features a 68-ft domed theater and state-of-the-art star projector. The classic performance "Carolina Skies" focuses on basics of sky-watching such as learning the planet and the constellations, while narrative based shows such as "Magic Tree House Space Mission" appeal to children. In addition, the NASA Digital Theater offers educational shows such as BBC productions "Creature Features" and "Boldly Go." NASA theater shows are included in the price of planetarium admission.
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CHAPEL HILL. Recognized as one of the nation's finest stadiums, Kenan Stadium boasts beautiful scenery, state-of-the-arts facilities and a 60,000-person capacity. The adjoining Kenan Football Center houses a Hall of Honor, showcasing the accomplishments of Carolina football through photos, artifacts and audio-visual presentations. In addition, the James A. Heavner Theater features films that focus on the team's history.
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CHAPEL HILL. This university art collection represents cultures across the globe. North Carolina's best collection of Asian art and an assortment of African and Ancient Mediterranean works are displayed. Ranging from Renaissance paintings to modern art, a reputable European and American section presents fine paintings and sculpture. Traveling exhibitions might include anything from "Defining Moments: Two Centuries of Photography" to "Apocalypse Then: Images of Destruction, Prophecy and Judgment."
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5. UNC Campus Tour
250 E Franklin Street, UNC Visitors Center, Chapel Hill, NC · 919-962-1630
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CHAPEL HILL. Opened in 1795, the University of North Carolina boasts a beautiful 729-acre campus with several notable historic buildings, including Old East, the oldest state university building in the US, and Playmakers Theater. The visitors center offers historic tours several times a week and self-guided audio tours Monday-Friday. The admissions office conducts separate tours for prospective students.
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CHAPEL HILL. The NC Botanical Garden showcases plants in artful, authentic displays. Roam the water gardens, inhabited by water lilies, goldfish, tadpoles and koi, to the Mountain Habitat Garden, filled with bluebell, blood root, mountain laurel, rhododendron, and azalea. A fairy garden with hands-on activities such as digging with play shovels, tic tac toe and hopscotch appeals to children.
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One of the campus's architectural gems, the Playmakers Theatre was constructed in 1851. Designed in the Greek Revival style, the theatre is adorned with Corinthian columns. However the capitals are embellished with corn and wheat rather than acanthus leaves, reflecting a strong patriotic sentiment. Throughout its history, the building has been used as a library, theatre and even a horse stable during the Civil War. Although it no longer houses the Playmakers Repertory Company, it is still used for other campus performances.
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CHAPEL HILL. A fun hodgepodge of artifacts is displayed in this small museum. "Carolina On My Mind: The James Taylor Story" features photos, documents and awards that highlight the native artist's life and career and displays filmed concerts and interviews with Taylor in the James Taylor Documentary Theater. Other exhibits include a historic Model T fire truck from 1914, a room devoted to the contributions of playwright Paul Green, a pottery collection and artifacts from historic organizations such as Lincoln High School and the NC Symphony.
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CHAPEL HILL. Young visitors love the interactive exhibits at this fun museum. Rotating exhibits often feature familiar storybook characters such as Arthur, Frog and Toad, and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Weekly activities cater to toddlers and preschoolers. Arts and crafts Tuesday-Friday; story time Tuesday and Friday at 10:30am.
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