NC Museum of Natural Sciences postpones Reptile and Amphibian Day because of coronavirus concerns

This weekend's Reptile and Amphibian Day at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences is postponed.

The annual event, which was scheduled for Saturday, March 14, brings thousands to the downtown Raleigh museum for presentations, demonstrations and hands-on activities that focus on reptiles and amphibians.

"Based on the guidance provided during Governor [Roy] Cooper’s press conference, the museum has postponed Reptile and Amphibian Day -- scheduled for Saturday, March 14 -- as the health and safety of museum visitors, volunteers and staff are our top priority," the museum tells me. "While Reptile and Amphibian Day is postponed, the museum will be open for regular hours of operation."

Prepping for the coronavirus? Consider those in need too

“We all play a role in keeping our communities safe and healthy. These precautions can help us slow the spread of this virus and protect our more vulnerable neighbors,” said DHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen in a press release. “Let’s be guided by compassion and reason and work to support each other as a community.”