Take a deeper dive into our newest exhibit, Climate Action Heroes with family-friendly, fun, and interactive activities! Climate Action Heroes is developed by National Children’s Museum and distributed in partnership with Nickelodeon Our World.

Each week will feature hands-on self-guided science and craft activities exploring a different characteristic of a Climate Action Hero. Visitors can also look for evidence of Climate Action Heroes throughout the museum with a special scavenger hunt. October’s Climate Action Hero is the Community Captain!

This month, area Community Captain organizations Encounter NC, Ripley’s Aquarium, and the Children’s Museum of Wilmington will staff tables and provide activities for visitors to enjoy.

This week, Community Captain Encounter NC aims to increase awareness of factors influencing shark behavior, enhance the safety measures for beach activity, empower communities to enjoy the ocean responsibly, and foster a deeper appreciation for marine ecosystems.

Activities will include hunting for and identifying types of shark teeth, learning about the North Carolina Bull Shark Project with Minorities in Shark Sciences, and completing marine-themed coloring pages designed by local artists.