Here at Historic Yates Mill County Park, we have quite the collection of spooky scary skeletons. Come to our visitor center during this drop-in program and see (and maybe touch a few) animal skulls, pelts, and full taxidermy mounts of our local wildlife! For all ages; registration is not required as this is a drop-in program. FREE.
Schedule:
Oct 12, 2026
Monday from Noon to 2pm
Duration: 2 hours
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · Historic Yates Mill County Park · Wake County Parks
Youth learn musical proficiency, cultural literacy, and resilience through black vocal songs and traditions for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Youth learn in a concert band ensemble from African Diasporic enrichment artists and culture bearers of black classical and concert art forms for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 9 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
Youth learn dance styles, skills, and technique with an emphasis on black cultural practices and genres for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Youth learn the skill of DJing and the history of the old and new technology for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 9 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
· Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Have you ever wondered what happens at Historic Yates Mill County Park after the gates close? Join park volunteer Dave Dorman for a behind-the-scenes look at the park's hidden nighttime wildlife. This interactive talk will be held in the park's auditorium, and participants are welcome to stay afterward for a question-and-answer session with the presenter.
Because the park is closed after dark, this trail camera project required special permission and coordination with park staff, providing a rare opportunity to document the park's nocturnal animals.
Learn the basics of trail cameras, hear a few lessons learned, and enjoy a collection of photographs and video clips of the fascinating wildlife that comes alive after sunset. All ages are welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged. FREE.
Schedule:
Oct 18, 2026
Sunday from 2pm to 2:45pm
Duration: 45 mins
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · Historic Yates Mill County Park · Wake County Parks
Join us for storytime at Historic Oak View on October 21 at 10:30 a.m.! Listen to the story A Little Chicken by Tammi Sauer and learn about a little chicken who makes a brave choice. Afterwards, we'll visit the chicken coop and talk about brave choices made by the people who lived at Oak View. The program will conclude with a chicken-themed craft. Free and open to all ages, recommended for ages 3-9. Registration is required for all participating children and they must have a supervising adult.
The program will take place indoors in a climate-controlled historic building and includes a trip outdoors to the park's chicken coop. This will require standing and walking between buildings on paved brick paths and grass.
Schedule:
Oct 21, 2026
Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:30am
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · Historic Oak View County Park · Wake County Parks
Discover Historic Yates Mill - a place of business, community, and local history. Join a historic interpreter at the visitor center for a guided walk to the mill, then explore the inner workings of the mill itself during this guided tour. Ten spaces are available online for pre-registration, while an additional 10 spaces are available for drop-in registration in the visitor center on the day of the tour. Most appropriate for ages 7 & up. FREE.
Tickets are available inside the park's visitor center. Even if you preregister online, you will need to check in at the park center reception desk to get your ticket(s).
Schedule:
Oct 30, 2026
Friday from 1pm to 2pm
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages,
· Historic Yates Mill County Park · Wake County Parks
Get ready for a high-energy night of fun, friendly competition, and brainpower! Trivia Night is the perfect event for teens to test their knowledge across a mix of categories like pop culture, sports, music, movies, history, and more. Teams will go head-to-head in fast-paced rounds filled with exciting questions, interactive challenges, and plenty of laughs.
Ages: Age at least 19 yrs but less than 50 yrs,
DURHAM · Edison Johnson Recreation Center · Durham Parks & Rec
Join us on a 1-1.5 mile hike along the trails of Beech Bluff County Park! During our hike, we will go back in time and learn about key moments in the history of the land and people before it became a park. Topics covered include the generations-long story of those who lived and worked here. Along the path, we will get to see the Adams family barn. This program is suitable for families and all ages. This program will take place along the Longleaf Loop & Meadow Loop.
Schedule:
Nov 14, 2026
Saturday from 2pm to 3pm
Duration: 1 hour
Ages: All ages,
WAKE · Beech Bluff County Park - Sage Shelter · Wake County Parks
Let’s get together to uncover Durham’s history one pint at a time! Durham has been a city of constant innovation and creativity since 1869. From is origins as a tobacco boom town and home to the most successful Black Wall Street in the country, to its modernization as a space for ingenuity, recreation, and entertainment, Durham has the stories you won’t want to miss! For this edition of Bull City Brews, we’ll explore the history of the Durham Central Park and Geer St neighborhood and enjoy some local brews along the way. So put on your walking shoes, buy some drinks from local Durham breweries, and join us in the Bullpen Social District to explore Durham like you never have before. Registration is required and participants must be 21 and over. Drinks are not included in the price of the program.
Ages: Age at least 21 yrs but less than 99 yrs,
Come out and enjoy the wonders of Beech Bluff County Park in our fun filled camp. We’ll spend time with the learning about plants at the Harvest Hub, explore nature along our park trails, learn about the history by exploring artifacts, and just get outside and have fun! Drop off begins at 8:30 and all campers must be picked up by 5:30pm. Campers bring own lunch and snacks. This camp is open to campers ages 8 - 12 years old.
Schedule:
From Apr 12, 2027 to Apr 16, 2027
Each Monday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Each Tuesday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Each Wednesday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Each Thursday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Each Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm
Duration: 9 hours
Ages: Age at least 8 yrs but less than 13 yrs,
WAKE · Beech Bluff County Park - Canopy Room · Wake County Parks
Youth learn vocal and theatrical skills, and techniques through individual and group stage performances with an emphasis on the talent, stories, histories, and authentic voices of African-diasporic people for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 9 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Youth learn musical proficiency, cultural literacy, and resilience through Afro-Caribbean Steel Drumming for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 9 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec
Youth learn musical proficiency, cultural literacy, and resilience through African Drumming for the exposure, expansion, and preservation of African Diasporic heritage arts.
Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 19 yrs,
DURHAM · Holton Career and Resource Ctr · Durham Parks & Rec