NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures

Our Afternoon Tea at the Museum series returns this fall. Join us at the museum every Thursday 2 pm to 4 pm.

Join us for the annual Schoenhut Collectors' Club Convention here at the museum November 6-8, 2025.

Saturday, October 18: Happy Dolloween! (10 am to 4 pm) It’s baaaack! Celebrate Dolloween here at the museum with a decorated museum experience, dolls on display, pumpkin decorating, hidden treats to find, snacks & refreshments, and more! All ages, family-friendly. Half-price admission to the museum! (though you can also become a member to get FREE…

An adults-only investigation into haunted objects and paranormal anomalies after-hours at the museum.

Saturday, October 11: It’s Alive! Franken-Doll Workshop (3 pm to 5 pm) Create your own Frankenstein-inspired dolly creature (example below) All ages but beer & wine will be served, some mature themes. Seating is limited, registration is required. Scroll down on this page to register. Cost is $45 for non-members or $40 for museum members. Registration…

Saturday, October 4: Salvador "Dolly" Art Workshop (1 pm to 3 pm) Create your own doll-inspired artwork. All ages, but some mature themes (spooky artwork). Seating is limited, registration is required. Scroll down on this page to register. Cost is $35 for non-members or $30 for museum members. Registration includes ALL materials plus admission to…

Celebrate the spookiest season here at the museum during SPOOKYTOBER 2025 with scares, crafts, family fun, and more throughout October and November.

Our Afternoon Tea at the Museum series returns this fall. Join us at the museum every Thursday 2 pm to 4 pm.

We are participating in the Miles for Museums Summer 2025 Passport Program.

Join us for a special celebration with the Smart Doll community! We are honored to share that we will be gathering on Saturday, June 28 here at the museum from 10 am to 12 pm to celebrate the life and legacy of a beloved Smart Doll collector: Tommy Meggs. A Smart Doll donation will be…