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North Carolina museums

There are 281museums in North Carolina. Combined, these North Carolinianmuseumsemploy 2,585 people, earn more than $250 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $946 million.
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Types of museums in North Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Museums
281
$249,544,582
History museums
146
$76,741,212
Art museums
24
$51,167,151
Children's museums
16
$30,562,903
Science and technology museums
10
$55,956,073
Natural history and sciences museums
9
$9,805,159
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Museums by major North Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Charlotte
40
$59,699,631
Raleigh
32
$40,565,288
Asheville
24
$11,545,975
Fayetteville, NC
18
$34,968,180
Winston-Salem
17
$19,335,593
Hickory
16
$6,637,083
Durham
16
$18,031,763
Greensboro
15
$24,322,535
Wilmington
13
$4,522,781
Myrtle Beach, SC
7
$1,160,010
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Job trends for North Carolina museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
32
1-10
53
11-25
19
26-100
18
101 to 1,000
5
1,000+
0
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Sizes of museums in North Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
84
$250k to $1M
37
$1M to $5M
20
$5M to $25M
14
$25M to $100M
1
$100M+
0
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Directory of museums in North Carolina

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Levine Museum of the New South

Levine Museum's mission is to connect the past to the future to realize the promises of a New South through exhibits that explore complex chapters in the region's history and programs that launch dialogue, foster empathy, and build an equitable community.....
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$19.5m
Employees
24
EIN
56-1748648
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Discovery Place

Discovery Place offers transformative science, nature, and design experiences, with four museums serving over 360k guests annually in Charlotte.
Revenue
$19.6m
Assets
$125.5m
Employees
242
EIN
56-0529944
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mint Museum of Art

The Mint Museum of Art engages and inspires through innovative exhibitions, collections, and research. Located in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$10.9m
Assets
$82.6m
Employees
93
EIN
56-0670666
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation (NCMA)

The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) is an art museum in Raleigh, North Carolina which opened in 1956 as the first major museum collection in the country to be formed by State legislation and funding.
Revenue
$17.4m
Assets
$74.0m
Employees
45
EIN
23-7071511
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Old Salem

Old Salem preserves and interprets the history and material culture of the early American South and offers educational programs in Winston Salem, NC.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$66.3m
Employees
117
EIN
56-0587289
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Museum OF THE Marine Carolina Museum OF THE Marine

Carolina museum honoring Marine and Sailor legacy with a reflection park showcasing world's largest eagle globe and anchor sculpture.
Revenue
$13.8m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
3
EIN
56-2186718
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greensboro Science Center

Greensboro Science Center is a family-focused attraction with a museum, an aquarium, a treetop adventure park and educational programs.
Revenue
$12.7m
Assets
$29.1m
Employees
287
EIN
56-0885727
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kaleideum

Kaleideum operates as a children's museum, captivating young minds and encouraging learning through interactive exhibits. The museum is situated in Winston Salem, NC where it generates impressive annual revenues of $4,942,290.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$17.6m
Employees
83
EIN
56-0815746
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of the NC State Museum of Natural Sciences

Supports museum's mission through educational events, operates three stores for science-themed merchandise, located in Raleigh, NC.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$9.5m
Employees
93
EIN
56-1240806
IRS type
501(c)(3)

NC Transportation Museum Foundation

Preserve and interpret the history of Transportation in north carolina and present this history in a manner that allows visitors to enjoy their experience as well as learn from it. Provides development and support for the NC Transportation Museum.
Revenue
$7.6m
Assets
$11.5m
Employees
55
EIN
58-1315178
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Carolina Museum of Life and Science

Durham's Museum of Life and Science provides interactive STEM experiences for all ages, with half a million visitors annually.
Revenue
$15.3m
Assets
$22.5m
Employees
254
EIN
56-0938434
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nido & Mariana Qubein Childrens Museum

Developing a child-friendly museum in High Point, NC, to provide educational and fun experiences for young citizens. Not yet operational.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$30.0m
Employees
52
EIN
82-4270597
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carolinas Aviation Museum

Inspiring aerospace STEM innovators. Educating on aviation's impact. Developing a facility celebrating innovation and American ingenuity in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$6.7m
Employees
5
EIN
56-1769105
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Marbles Kids Museum

Marbles sparks learning through play. It resumed in-person events and opened new exhibits in fy2021-2022. Located in Raleigh, NC.
Revenue
$9.7m
Assets
$10.0m
Employees
117
EIN
58-1647538
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation

The Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation will provide marketing and advertising efforts to the non-miltary community in support of the ongoing mission of the united states army's Airborne & Special Operations Museum (asom).
Revenue
$4.1m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
18
EIN
56-1785731
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Reynolda House Museum of American Art

Reynolda House operates as a museum dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of an American Country Home and a premier collection of American art.
Revenue
$5.0m
Assets
$50.4m
Employees
95
EIN
56-0810676
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Asheville Art Museum Association

To engage, enlighten and inspire individuals and enrich community through dynamic experiences in American Art of the 20th and 21st centuries. To transform lives through art.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$30.7m
Employees
67
EIN
56-6060776
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wheels Through Time Museum

Wheels Through Time Museum is a private foundation located in Maggie Valley, NC. It is supported by Trisha Walksler and grantees include Bullseye 4H Shooting Sports National.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
18
EIN
37-1412619
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Bascom Corporation

The Bascom is committed to fiscally responsible management of its assets and resources and aspires to be a premier destination for residents and visitors.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$12.1m
Employees
13
EIN
56-2093546
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greensboro CHILDREN'S Museum (GCM)

The Greensboro Children's Museum engages all children and families in hands-on, fun, learning experiences which contribute to their growth and development through play, creation and outdoor exploration.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$9.7m
Employees
36
EIN
56-1959695
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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