Arts + Culture

Arts and Culture

WHAT TO DO THIS MONTH

Music: Classical, Jazz, & Opera

ANDREA BOCELLI

FEB. 7 The legendary tenor returns to Spectrum Center as part of his annual Valentine’s Day tour. Bocelli performs “a repertoire of soaring arias, crossover hits, music from his No. 1 album Si, and famed love songs” alongside Opera Carolina’s orchestra and chorus. $82$362+, 8 p.m. Spectrum Center, 333 E. Trade St. 704335-3100, ticketmaster.com.

CHARLOTTE SYMPHONY: HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN

FEB. 7 Fans of all ages can experience J.K. Rowling’s magical world. Based on the third installment of Rowling’s classic saga, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban will play on the big screen at Ovens Auditorium while the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra performs every note of John Williams’ score. $40-$80+, 8 p.m. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-3353100, ticketmaster.com.

HANS BECHTLER DEDICATION CONCERT

FEB. 9 From the fourth- oor gallery at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, the Bechtler Ensemble plays three piano trios from three periods (by Debussy, Piazzolla, and Babajanian). Tanja Bechtler, artistic director of the ensemble, dedicates this concert to her late grandparents, Hans and Bessie Bechtler, for Valentine’s Day. $10 for museum members, $14 for nonmembers, 6 p.m. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S. Tryon St. 704353-9200, bechtler.org.

THE JAZZ ROOM: PREMIERE THURSDAYS

FEB. 13 JazzArts Charlotte hosts two intimate evening performances by Brazilian-born guitarist and vocalist Duda Lucena and his quartet. The group presents a unique cross-cultural music exchange between authentic Brazilian rhythms and sophisticated jazz and blues. $16$30, 6 p.m. and 8.15 p.m. Stage Door Theater, 155 N. College St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

CHARLOTTE SYMPHONY: CHOPIN PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1

FEB. 14-16 Charlotte Symphony sets the mood for Valentine’s Day with a romantic program that includes Tchaikovsky, Chopin, and Beethoven. $25-$198, Fri-Sat, 7:30 p.m.; Sun, 3 p.m. Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon St. 704372-1000, carolinatix.org.

Music: Popular

ELECTRIC GUEST

FEB. 5 This Los Angeles-based duo, known for hits like “Oh Devil” and “This Head I Hold,” is made up of vocalist Asa Taccone and multi-instrumentalist Matthew “Cornbread” Compton. See them perform hits from their pop-driven third album, Kin, when their tour stops in Charlotte. $16-$21, 8 p.m. Visulite Theatre, 1615 Elizabeth Ave. 704-358-9200, visulite.com.

GREENSKY BLUEGRASS

FEB. 6 This ve-person group from Kalamazoo, Michigan, formed in the early 2000s and helped push traditionally rural genres into the mainstream arena. The rock band with bluegrass instruments released its seventh studio album, All for Money, last year. $29.50, 7:30 p.m. The Fillmore Charlotte, 820 Hamilton St. 704-9168970, livenation.com.

SAINT MOTEL

FEB. 7 Since Saint Motel’s breakout EP, My Type, in 2014, the ri -based pop-rock group has remained true to megawatt, TV show-ready anthems. During this tour, the band visits uncharted creative territory with its latest EP, The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack: Part 1. $25, 8:30 p.m. The Fillmore Charlotte, 820 Hamilton St. 704-916-8970, livenation.com.

TONY LUCCA

FEB. 8 The Nashville-based singer-songwriter, whose catalog of music runs from soul-infused pop to tear-jerker folk balladry, has had his songs featured in shows like Friday Night Lights, Felicity, and Brothers & Sisters. In 2012, Lucca took third place on NBC’s The Voice, earning himself a record deal with former show coach Adam Levine’s 222 Records. $12-$15, 7:30 p.m. The Evening Muse, 3227 N. Davidson St. 704-376-3737, eveningmuse.com.

TORI KELLY

FEB. 9 Following her Grammy Award-winning album Hiding Place, the former American Idol contestant is on tour to promote her third album, Inspired by True Events. The genre-bending artist o ers breathtaking vocals and heartfelt songwriting. $35-$175, 8 p.m. The Fillmore Charlotte, 820 Hamilton St. 704-916-8970, livenation.com. ARLO GUTHRIE

FEB. 12 Guthrie made a name for himself in the ’60s with the iconic song “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree” and helped de ne the singer-songwriter genre in the ’70s. With more than 30 albums in his discography, Guthrie delivers an astounding time capsule from the works of his dad, Woody Guthrie, to the present day. $49.50$69.50, 7:30 p.m. McGlohon Theater, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

FLOR

FEB. 16 This group’s blend of indie rock and synth pop is the work of vocalist Zach Grace, bassist Dylan Bauld, guitarist McKinley Kitts, and drummer Kyle Hill. or is on tour to promote its latest album, ley lines, which examines the pressure to maintain optimism a er dark times. Alternative band Winnetka Bowling League opens the show. $15, 8 p.m. Neighborhood Theatre, 511 E. 36th St. 704-942-7997, neighborhoodtheatre.com.

ABBA THE CONCERT

FEB. 22 For more than a decade, 21st Century Artists, Inc. has presented a show that pays tribute to the Swedish pop supergroup. See fan favorites like “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S.,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes It All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,” and “Dancing Queen.” $23-$64, 8 p.m. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-335-3100, ticketmaster.com.

SCOTTY MCCREERY

FEB. 28 In one year, McCreery went from country music-listening high school baseball player to reigning America Idol champ touring with Brad Paisley. Now, the multiplatinum-selling country artist from Garner, North Carolina, has released four studio albums with a h in the works. $20-$23, 11 p.m. Coyote Joe’s Charlotte, 4621 Wilkinson Ave. 704-399-4946, etix.com.

DIANA ROSS

FEB. 29 The iconic American singer, actress, and record producer rose to fame as the lead voice of The Supremes, Motown’s most successful act during the 1960s. With a career spanning more than 50 years, she has earned a number of awards, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a Tony Award for her onewoman show, “An Evening with Diana Ross,” and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. $35-$395, 8 p.m. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

Festivals

CLT DONUT FESTIVAL

FEB. 23 Eat a record number of doughnuts at this sugar-happy event, then wash them down with co ee, juice, a smoothie, or beer. Once the sugar coma kicks in, enjoy live music, play a game, or check out the lifestyle vendors. A portion of proceeds bene t Project Halo (Helping Animals Live On), a nonpro t no-kill animal rescue and sanctuary. $20-$35, noon-4 p.m. Norfolk Hall, 2905 Gri th St. 704-231-9700, freshtix.com/ events/clt-donut-festival.

UNCORKED: WINE FESTIVAL

FEB. 29 This evening event, which has traversed the country from Miami to Los Angeles, o ers more than 100 wines and champagnes from around the globe for the most curious wine a cionados. Visit the gourmet food vendors, a custom photo booth, and interactive exhibits. $60-$90, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon St. 323-395-7263, uncorkedwinefestivals.com.

Theater, Dance, & Comedy

MAMMA MIA!

JAN. 31-FEB. 9 This jukebox musical, based on the award-winning songs by the Swedish pop group ABBA, follows a young bride on the eve of her wedding as she attempts to discover the identity of her father. The mystery unfolds when she brings three men from her mother’s past to the Greek island they last visited 20 years ago. $22 for adults, $19 for students/seniors, times vary. Matthews Playhouse, 100 McDowell St. East. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

THE ODD COUPLE

JAN. 31-FEB. 16 American playwright Neil Simon’s show, which premiered on Broadway in 1965, tells the story of two roommates—one a slob and the other a clean freak—who must nd ways to get along. $28, times vary. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-3721000, carolinatix.org.

FENCES

FEB. 6-15 The Broadway revival follows Troy Maxson, a former baseball player in the Negro Leagues who works as a garbage man. His exclusion from the major leagues leaves bitterness that takes a toll on his relationships with his wife and son, who wants his own chance to play ball. $28, times vary. Duke Energy Theater, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org. SHEN YUN

FEB. 6-9 Travel through 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture with this exhibition of classical Chinese dance. Expect original orchestral compositions and hightech backdrops, with images of blossoming landscapes. $80-$150, Thu-Fri, 7:30 p.m.; Sat, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sun, 2 p.m. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

BREATHEINK YOUTH POETRY SLAM 2020

FEB. 14 The breatheINK organization hosts this event to give Mecklenburg area teens the stage to express themselves through performance poetry. $6.53, 8 p.m. Knight Gallery at Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704372-1000, carolinatix.org.

BILL MAHER

FEB. 15 Maher entertains audiences with his political humor on television and in documentaries like Religulous, which takes jabs at organized religion. See the 41-time Emmy nominee return to his stand-up roots in this evening performance. $49.50-$180, 8 p.m. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN BARK

FEB. 21 Seven talented dogs team up with force-free trainers to learn a new trick that will be displayed on stage and judged by a celebrity panel. The event is a fundraiser for Stand for Animals, a nonpro t veterinary practice. All proceeds go to Stand for Animals’ Medical Assistance Fund, which provides nancial aid to pet owners who need support to provide treatment for their dog or cat. $27.11, 7:30 p.m. Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS

FEB. 21-23 This o -Broadway sensation explores all aspects of modern romance, from dating and marriage to more intimate details. This one-man show, broken up into a series of short performances, rolls comedy and wisdom into one bundle that leaves adults (it’s not for children) laughing the whole way home. $60, Fri, 8 p.m.; Sat, 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sun, 2 p.m. Booth Playhouse, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org.

ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER

FEB. 25-26 With a history spanning more than six decades, this esteemed dance company takes the stage for a special two-night performance that celebrates the African-American cultural experience. $24.50-$84.50, 7:30 p.m. Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000, carolinatix.org. FABULOUSLY FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL

FEB. 29 This nationwide tour is less traditional festival and more a bu et of world-renowned comedians. Led by Mike Epps, Lavell Crawford, DC Young Fly, Kountry Wayne, and Jess Hilarious, the show brings unbridled humor and a sharp sense of storytelling. $61-$127, 7 p.m. Bojangles’ Coliseum, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-335-3100, ticketmaster.com.

Museums, Galleries, & Fine Arts

BECHTLER MUSEUM OF MODERN ART

This uptown venue, part of the Levine Center for the Arts, presents the works of 20th-century modern artists in a new context for today’s audiences. Curators assemble shows that pull from the famous Bechtler family’s collection and other community collections. Free for members, $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, college students, and educators, $5 for kids 11-18, and free for kids under 11 and military. Mon, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed-Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 420 S. Tryon St. 704-353-9200, bechtler.org.

CHARLOTTE MUSEUM OF HISTORY

The city’s history is put under a microscope at this east Charlotte museum. The continuing exhibition, Solving the Rock House Mysteries, explores the concept of preservation through the example of the 5,000-square-foot Hezekiah Alexander House, built in 1774. The ongoing exhibit Charlotte Neighborhoods uses maps, photos, text, and other information to show how neighborhoods across the city were formed. Unforgettable Music Venues of Charlotte displays photos of and artifacts from iconic local music venues that have closed, including the Double Door Inn and Tremont Music Hall. African American Heritage Festival (FEB. 29, free admission, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.) celebrates more than 250 years of African-American history and culture in Charlotte. Regular admission: Free for members, $10 for adults, $7 for seniors and children 6-17, $5 for military, and free for kids under 6. Tue-Sat, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 3500 Shamrock Dr. 704-5681774, charlottemuseum.org.

DISCOVERY PLACE NATURE

Built alongside a 100-year-old forest between Dilworth and Myers Park, Discovery Place Nature combines learning and fun through indoor and outdoor activities. The Fort Wild outdoor exhibit includes activities that allow kids to get their hands dirty, and the Butter y Pavilion gives visitors a chance to walk among free- ying butter ies. Explore the moon and stars in the digital planetarium, which o ers a mix of multimedia shows and seasonal star shows. On the fourth Saturday of each month, the museum o ers a guided nature walk along the Paw Paw Nature Trail. Free for members, $8 for nonmembers, $6 for military, and free for kids under 2. Tue, 9

a.m.-7 p.m.; Wed-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 1658 Sterling Rd. 704-372-6261, nature.discoveryplace.org.

DISCOVERY PLACE SCIENCE

This uptown landmark educates and entertains visitors of all ages in the STEM areas (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The museum has experiments, interactive exhibits, an aquarium, and even an on-site rain forest. KidScience, the center’s early education exhibition for children up to 7, o ers kids the chance to build and race cars, explore colors and light at the Light Table, and experience a gust of wind at the Wind Wall. The Being Me exhibit explores the human body and celebrates the unique characteristics of human beings. On the third Friday of every month, the museum hosts themed events that invite adults to get in on the fun without the little ones (Science on the Rocks, $12-$14, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.). Regular admission: Free for members, $19 for adults, $17 for seniors and military, $15 for kids 2-13, and free for kids under 2. Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261, science.discoveryplace.org.

ELDER GALLERY OF CONTEMPORARY ART

This South End gallery changed ownership in 2017, with attorney and former journalist Sonya Pfei er taking over as owner and creative director. Pfei er’s experience as a civil rights lawyer translates to socially conscious programming. In (or for) perpetuity, FEB. 6-MAY 9, displays mixed-media paintings, drawings, and sculptural works by Carmen Neely and a video art installation by Paul Travis Phillips. Free admission. Tue-Fri, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 1520 S. Tryon St. 704-370-6337, eldergalleryclt.com.

HARVEY B. GANTT CENTER FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARTS + CULTURE

Part of uptown’s Levine Center for the Arts campus, the Gantt Center focuses on works by Africans and African-Americans. The museum’s permanent exhibition, the John and Vivian Hewitt Collection of AfricanAmerican Art, showcases 58 works from 20 artists, including Romare Bearden. Painting Is Its Own Country, THROUGH APRIL 12, highlights the works of more than two dozen artists who challenge traditional concepts of cultural representation and creativity. Free for members, $9 for adults, $7 for kids 6-17, seniors, military, and college students, and free for kids under 6. Tue, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (museum entry is free Wed, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.); Thu-Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 551 S. Tryon St. 704-547-3700, ganttcenter.org.

HIDELL BROOKS GALLERY

Owned by Katharine Hidell Thomas and Rebecca Brooks, the South End gallery has highlighted local and regional artists for more than 20 years. Exhibits here rotate every six to eight weeks. The gallery represents notable names like Sarah Helser, Sally King Benedict, Jacob Cooley, David Kroll, and more. Free admission. Tue-Fri, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1910 South HODGES TAYLOR ART CONSULTANCY

A er opening as an uptown gallery in 1980, Hodges Taylor became a consulting rm in 2011 and moved to South End. Hodges Taylor hosts exhibitions in its o ce and gallery. Free admission. Wed-Fri, 11 a.m.4 p.m., 118 E. Kingston Ave., Ste. 16. 704-608-2016, hodgestaylor.com.

JERALD MELBERG GALLERY

Founded in 1983, Melberg’s gallery carries works from a wide range of acclaimed artists such as Romare Bearden and Wolf Kahn. Over the years, the gallery has worked with prestigious institutions like New York’s Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery of Art in Washington. Susan Grossman,THROUGH MARCH 7, presents cinematic, charcoal and pastel drawings of cityscapes. Free admission. Mon-Fri, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 625 S. Sharon Amity Rd. 704-365-3000, jeraldmelberg.com.

LACA PROJECTS

LaCa opened in 2013 as the rst arts venue in the Southeast dedicated entirely to Latin American contemporary art. The gallery works to connect Latin American artists with the city’s art scene while promoting Latin American art in Charlotte and the Southeast region. Free admission. Tue-Fri, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 1429 Bryant St. 704-837-1688, lacaprojects.com.

LARK & KEY

Artists and married couple Sandy Snead and Duy Huynh, who opened their gallery in 2008, o er artwork, ceramics, jewelry, and paper goods from local, regional, and national artists. Whether you’re searching for functional art or browsing for a painting, this Dilworth gallery is an ideal spot for the art lover. A solo show by Huynh, FEB. 1-MARCH 31, will also include pottery by Julie Covington. Free admission. Wed-Fri, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; open house on the second Saturday (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) and Sunday (noon-3 p.m.) of every month. 700 East Blvd., Ste. 1. 704-334-4616, larkandkey.com.

LEVINE MUSEUM OF THE NEW SOUTH

For more than two decades, the museum has provided groundbreaking exhibits and context for some of the South’s most signi cant events. One of the museum’s core values is “using history to build community.” Cotton Fields to Skyscrapers, a permanent exhibit that spans 8,000 square feet, uses Charlotte and its 13 surrounding counties as a case study to explore the “profound changes in the South since the Civil War.” #HomeCLT: People. Places. Promises. tells the stories of Charlotte’s neighborhoods through the words of its residents. Brooklyn: Once a City Within a City explores the rise and demise of the Brooklyn neighborhood, once a thriving African-American community in Charlotte. Free for members, $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, military, and college students, $6 for children 6-18, and free for kids under 6. Admission is half price on Sundays. Mon-Fri, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887, museumo henewsouth.org.

LIBERTY WALK

With this free self-guided walking tour, you can learn about the development of Charlotte and how its citizens were involved in the American Revolution. To get information about the 19 markers along the walk, download a brochure at charlottelibertywalk. com or pick up a brochure at the Levine Museum of the New South or the Visitor Info Center at 501 S. College St. (in the Charlotte Convention Center, 800231-4636), charlottelibertywalk.com. A “Charlotte Liberty Walk” app is available at handheldhistory.com to help you along. Guided tours can be arranged by contacting the Mecklenburg Historical Association at contact@meckdec.org.

THE LIGHT FACTORY

A creative home for photographers and lmmakers in Charlotte, The Light Factory has workshops, classes, school programs, and exhibits. Classes include DSLR use, black-and-white lm photography, and portrait photography. A Shared Elegy, THROUGH MARCH 13, presents the works of two pairs of photographers with family ties. Osamu James Nakagawa and his uncle, Takayuki Ogawa, and Elijah Gowin and his father, Emmet Gowin, provide “unique but overlapping visions” in recording family histories. Free admission. Wed-Sat, noon-6 p.m. 1817 Central Ave. 704-3339755, lightfactory.org.

MCCOLL CENTER FOR ART + INNOVATION

The biggest di erence between the McColl Center and other arts institutions is that it o ers visitors the chance to observe the artistic process. In the center’s nine studios, visitors can watch artists develop and execute new ideas. Adorned, THROUGH MAY 2, shows the works of McColl alumnus Sharif Bey and Shanequa Gay. The exhibition, curated by visiting curator Jonell Logan, includes African-inspired masks, large-scale clay and glass necklaces, and a site-speci c installation. Free admission. Thu, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; FriSat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535, mccollcenter.org.

MINT MUSEUM RANDOLPH

As the state’s rst art museum, Mint Museum Randolph opened in an original branch of the U.S. Mint in 1936. Galleries continue to engage visitors with the art of the ancient Americas, decorative arts, and European and African art. Resources include a reference library with more than 18,000 volumes. Classic Black: The Basalt Sculpture of Wedgwood and His Contemporaries, FEB. 9-AUG. 30, features black basalt sculptures, including life-size portrait busts, statues, and vases, by Josiah Wedgwood and other Sta ordshire potters in late 18th-century England. Free for members, $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and college students, $6 for children 5-17, and free for kids under 5. Tue, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (museum entry is free Wed, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.); Thu-Sat, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.;

Scott Avett’s exhibit is on display at SOCO Gallery through March 7. Pictured above is “God Was Here.”

Sun, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 2730 Randolph Rd., 704-337-2000, mintmuseum.org.

MINT MUSEUM UPTOWN

The Mint Uptown has a renowned cra and design exhibit that showcases works in a variety of materials, as well as collections of American, contemporary, and European art. Coined in the South, THROUGH FEB. 16, is a juried art show and exhibition that refers to the Mint Randolph’s history as the rst branch of the U.S. Mint. It’s also a nod to participating artists, who were required to have ties to the South to enter. Immersed in Light: Studio Dri at the Mint, THROUGH APRIL 26, displays ve works by Studio Dri , an artist collective founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn. The exhibition includes glass and light installations and lms created over the last decade or so. Free for members, $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and college students, $6 for children 5-17, and free for kids under 5. Tue, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wed, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (museum entry is free Wed, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.); Thu, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 500 S. Tryon St. 704-337-2000, mintmuseum.org.

NASCAR HALL OF FAME

This uptown complex provides a variety of attractions for racing fans, including hands-on exhibits, a state-of-the-art theater, and the Hall of Honor, where racing greats are enshrined. Every three years, the Hall’s signature exhibit Glory Road receives a makeover with a new theme and 18 new racecars. In January, the Hall unveiled the new version of the exhibit: Dale Jr.: Glory Road Champions, featuring 18 championship cars selected by Dale Earnhardt Jr. RCR 50: Only in America Exhibit, THROUGH FEB. 8, celebrates the 50th anniversary of Richard Childress Racing, one of NASCAR’s largest and most storied organizations. The exhibit includes racecars, artifacts, and images. The 2nd Saturday program explores elements of racing with a new topic and interactive activity each month. This month, Celebrate the New Inductees (FEB. 8, free with regular admission, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) introduces visitors to the Hall of Fame Class of 2020 and includes hands-on activities based on the inductees’ contributions and achievements. Regular admission: Free for members, $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, $18 for military and children 4-12, and free for kids 3 and under. Mon, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed-Sun, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays are open for group reservations only. 400 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 704-654-4400, nascarhall.com.

REED GOLD MINE

In 1799, the nation’s rst documented gold nd occurred at the site that became Reed Gold Mine. A er the discovery in Cabarrus County, gold mining spread to nearby counties and eventually to other Southern states. Now, more than 220 years later, visitors can tour the mine and nd a treasure themselves. Admission and tours of the mine are free. Tue-Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 9621 Reed Mine Rd., Midland, 704-721-4653, historicsites.nc.gov/all-sites/reed-gold-mine.

SOCO GALLERY

Chandra Johnson, named one of the 2017 Charlotteans of the Year by Charlotte magazine for her work in the cultural sector, opened this gallery in a Myers Park bungalow in 2015. Liz Nielsen, Lyle Owerko, and Ken Van Sickle are a few of the accomplished artists whose works appear at the gallery. Scott Avett: In the Light of Unlearning, THROUGH MARCH 7, is the inaugural exhibition at the gallery for Avett, co-founder of the acclaimed Concord-based band The Avett Brothers. Avett’s journals—informal studies and sketches from the road and at home—are the foundation for his oil paintings in this exhibition. Free admission. Mon-Sat, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 421 Providence Rd. 980-4982881, soco-gallery.com.

SOZO GALLERY

Located in the Hearst Tower uptown, Sozo is a contemporary gallery that presents original artwork from local, national, and international artists. On its website, the gallery references multiple meanings of “sozo.” In Greek, the word means to “be healed by God,” and in Japanese, it means “to create, to imagine.” Wed-Thu, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Mon-Fri-Sat, by appointment only. 214 N. Tryon St. 704-575-6777, sozogallery.net.

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