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Schiele Museum
Feb 3
The 2025 Fossil Fair at Schiele Museum will be an ultimate opportunity to travel back in time
Visitors of all ages are invited to the Schiele Museum to travel back in time at the 24th Annual Fossil Fair to search for North...

Melissa McCauley
Feb 3
15 Indoor activities to take advantage of this winter in Gaston County
Don't let the winter cold get you down. Make the most of your time in Gaston County by enjoying these indoor activities.


Melissa McCauley
Dec 27, 2024
Make the Most of New Year's Eve in Gaston County
Esquire Hotel in Gastonia New Years Eve Dinner and Hotel Package Barrister's & Esquire Hotel | Gastonia Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style...


Melissa McCauley
Dec 18, 2024
Top Winter Things to Do in Gaston County: Outdoor Adventures, Indoor Fun & More
Looking for fun and engaging activities this winter? Gaston County offers a variety of ways to enjoy the season, whether you’re exploring...


Melissa McCauley
Dec 16, 2024
Discover Winter Family Fun at the Schiele Museum
Winter is a season of possibilities for family travel—whether you're seeking educational adventures, a break from routine, or ways to...


Melissa McCauley
Jun 25, 2024
Schiele Museum and the newly renovated planetarium offers family fun this summer
Whether you choose the exhibit halls, the planetarium, the farm, or all three, the Schiele Museum offers family programming. Here are...


Melissa McCauley
Jun 7, 2024
Fun adventures can be found all year long on a Gaston County Getaway
Gaston County is a great place to spend the weekend. Whether you love the outdoors or need a getaway with your family, a great adventure awa


Melissa McCauley
May 28, 2024
Calling all adventurous kids to Schiele Museum this summer
Looking for a fantastic summer adventure for your family? The Schiele Museum has an array of engaging and educational activities that...


Melissa McCauley
May 20, 2024
Free Summer Admission for Veterans, Active Military, and Their Families at The Schiele Museum
The Schiele Museum Joins Blue Star Museums in 2024 The Schiele Museum of Natural History welcomes military members and their families to...


Melissa McCauley
May 15, 2024
A Great Memorial Day Weekend Getaway in Gaston County
Thanks to warmer weather and longer days, May is a great time to travel. Memorial Day is a three-day weekend, creating the perfect...


Melissa McCauley
May 7, 2024
Friends, Not Foes: Snakes of the Carolinas New Exhibit Opening at The Schiele Museum
GASTONIA, N.C., May 8, 2024 – After months of planning and construction, The Schiele Museum of Natural History will soon unveil its...


Melissa McCauley
Mar 27, 2024
Celebrate April’s Solar Eclipse at The Schiele Museum
Solar Eclipse Weekend April 6, 7, and 8 Saturday, April 6, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday, April 7, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Monday, April 8, 12:00...


Melissa McCauley
Dec 15, 2023
Duke Energy Funds Two More Years of Free Tuesdays at The Schiele Museum
Free Museum Admission Available to the Public in 2024/2025 GASTONIA, N.C., Dec. 14, 2023 - Thanks to generous support from Duke Energy,...


Melissa McCauley
Oct 2, 2023
The Schiele Museum Debuts a New Lobby Exhibit
Visitors can see the world’s largest flying reptile GASTONIA, N.C., September 29, 2023 – After a major update to the lobby of The Schiele...


Melissa McCauley
Sep 25, 2023
The Schiele Museum Unveils Its Newest Exhibit
Visitors can be among the first to see it during two special events GASTONIA, N.C., September 20, 2023 – If you have visited The Schiele...


Melissa McCauley
Jun 28, 2023
Gaston County Road Trip: Uncover Authentic Treasures and Delightful Adventures
Embarking on a road trip is more than just a journey from one destination to another—it's a transformative experience filled with...


Melissa McCauley
Jun 26, 2023
Exciting Summer Adventures for the Kiddos in Gaston County this July!
Grab your parents and prepare for a wild summer adventure in Gaston County! Let's dive into all the fun things happening this July. First...


Melissa McCauley
May 24, 2023
Race Against Time at Schiele Museum of Natural History this Summer
Attention all adventurers and time-travelers! The clock is ticking, and the window of opportunity is closing fast! Don't miss your chance...


Melissa McCauley
May 24, 2023
Last Chance to See the T. Rex at The Schiele Museum of Natural History
GASTONIA, N.C., May 22, 2023 – Have you ever seen the towering Tyrannosaurus rex in the lobby of The Schiele Museum of Natural History?...


Melissa McCauley
Feb 1, 2023
Great outdoor adventures for your family in Gaston County
Your next outdoor adventure starts here in Gaston County. This destination is an amazing for families to get outside, become one with...
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