Shop & Dine

This spring be on the lookout for the launch of our online store, focused on a core selection of branded and unique offerings. We are also creating mobile store concepts to support our statewide community outreach efforts.

On campus we continue to partner with STARworks, Artspace, and Usu Company. We are also excited to resume our collaboration with Triangle Pop-Up for markets the first Saturday of the month from March through December in Gipson Plaza. Whether you connect with us online, on campus, or in the community, we are thankful for your support of our local artists and artisans.

Wearable art paired with Afrofuturisminspired creations from local artists and artisans reflect the vibrant designs of Ruth E. Carter. Enjoy books for all ages, including Black Panther titles, fiction, and poetry. The artwork of Michael Richards, with themes of flight and aviation as an exploration of freedom and escape, is evoked in jewelry, tote bag, and poster offerings.

Join us in the newly remodeled NCMA Café in West Building. Reservations on OpenTable are encouraged for a sit-down dining experience. The menu features intriguing small bites and Southern-inspired entrées incorporating beef, seafood, poultry, and vegan/gluten-free selections. Sustainably grown family estate wines from all over the world are also available. Enjoy Chef Rick Sloan’s rotating culinary collection featuring signature dishes like cider-glazed chicken or Carolina Classics catfish farro bowl.

The coffee lounge in West Building features barista-crafted beverages for a quick pick-me-up while visiting the galleries. East Café, in East Building, continues to offer a variety of salads, sandwiches, and grilled items. Reservations are not required.