NC Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville Gift Shop

04/07/2026

A living garden is never still.
When plants provide nectar, pollen, shelter, and landing space across the season, insects stay active from morning to evening — and the entire ecosystem strengthens as a result.

These plants consistently generate pollinator and beneficial insect activity in U.S. gardens.

• Coneflower (Echinacea) — Zones 3–9
Open blooms that support continuous feeding.

• Bee Balm (Monarda) — Zones 3–9
Dense flowers that attract multiple species.

• Catmint (Nepeta) — Zones 4–9
Long bloom period and constant visitation.

• Yarrow — Zones 3–9
Flat flower heads ideal for landing insects.

• Lavender — Zones 5–9
Reliable nectar source in warm conditions.

• Salvia — Zones 5–10
Vertical blooms that support hovering feeders.

• Coreopsis — Zones 4–9
Long-lasting flowers that bridge bloom gaps.

• Goldenrod — Zones 3–9
Late-season lifeline for insects.

• Native grasses — Zones vary
Shelter and movement corridors for insects.

Gardens hum when food, structure, and timing overlap.

12/17/2025

As the year comes to a close, we wanted to share that our gift shop will be closed for inventory beginning December 25 and into the New Year, until further notice.

If you’ve been thinking about picking up a special holiday gift, now is the perfect time to stop by before Christmas.

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has supported our shop this past year. Your visits, kind words, and continued encouragement have meant more to us than we can say. We truly hope to welcome you back again, and until then, thank you for being part of our journey.

Until next time, and warm holiday wishes to you all. ✨

11/27/2025

From the Gift shop to you, Happy Thanksgiving! We want to thank you all for sticking with us through thick and thin and for being the best friends we could ever ask for!

11/21/2025

Stop by the NC Museum of Natural Sciences at Whiteville and check out all the cool stuff we have to offer! Thank you for supporting small business and the community!

🌸 Happy Pink Friday! 🌸
Today we celebrate the shops, makers, and local entrepreneurs who make this community amazing.

Get out, shop local, spread kindness, and enjoy exclusive Pink Friday deals across our towns!

11/13/2025

🌎💛 Happy World Kindness Day! 💛🌎

Today’s all about spreading a little love, kindness, and compassion! Andwhat better way to celebrate than with a furry friend who embodies it all?

Meet the Webkinz Marble Cat, soft, snuggly, and always ready to share a smile or a few kind words through the Webkinz world! Whether it’s teaching empathy through play or reminding us that kindness starts small, this cuddly cutie is the purr-fect companion for the day.

Stop by the Museum Gift Shop to pick up your own Marble Cat and celebrate World Kindness Day with something sweet, because a little kindness goes a long way!

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice mean more than words can express.

We’re especially proud to recognize our very own veteran, Mrs.Debbie, our incredible gift shop manager! Debbie keeps this place running smoothly every single day, and we’re so grateful for both her service to our country and her dedication to our community.

As a small way of saying thank you, we offer 20% off for all military members and veterans today and every day. It’s our honor to serve those who have served us. 💙

11/08/2025

This is Hayden.
Hayden LOVES coffee. And if you like coffee as much as he does, you probably wish there was a day dedicated to the most delicious coffee of all, a cappuccino.

Well guess what?! Today is National Cappuccino Day!

Whether you like your morning brew served in something dino-mite 🦖 or prefer to sip from a mug that celebrates the molecular magic of caffeine itself, we’ve got the perfect cup for you!

Stop by the Museum gift shop to grab one before Hayden claims them all... we can’t guarantee he’ll share!

11/04/2025

✨ Webkinz of the Week: Meerkat! ✨

To show our appreciation for being chosen as a Ganz Webkinz distributor, we're going to be highlighting each of these cuddly cool guys every week!

This week's playful pal is the Meerkat! Join them for adventures both in real life and in Webkinz World, where learning, imagination, and play come together as you both grow with each other!

Adopt your Meerkat plush this week and start you educational journey together!
Available now while supplies last, but if we run out, check the official Webkinz Store Locator to find one near you!

Available now while supplies last. If we run out, check the official Webkinz Store Locator to find one near you!

11/01/2025

Just a bit farther down from the car show, the Musuem will be open! Come visit us and our educators to learn about some cool misunderstood creatures of the season and shop with us!

🍁 One of the biggest downtown events of the year is almost here! 🍂

The NC Pecan Music Festival returns Saturday, Nov. 1st in beautiful Downtown Whiteville, NC!

Enjoy live music, a car show, Kids Block, petting zoo, arts & craft vendors, delicious food trucks, and more!

🅿️ New this year: We’re offering designated handicap-accessible parking to make it easier for everyone to enjoy the festival!

📍 Check out the event map to see the festival footprint, and learn more at www.ncpecanfestival.com

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Museum at Whiteville!🎃

Our staff are really digging the holiday, and we had a few prehistoric visitors stop by the Discovery Forest to celebrate with us today. 🦖

Looking for more "roar-some" Halloween fun? Come see us at the Whiteville Halloween Bash from 5:30–8:30 PM at Whiteville City Hall!