About the Museum

Escape Reality Museum – A Miniature Experience is North Carolina’s first immersive museum dedicated entirely to the art and magic of miniatures. Our mission is simple: to spark imagination, creativity, and wonder by inviting people of all ages into breathtaking handcrafted worlds.

Founded by master miniature artist Prince Troncoso, the museum brings together over two decades of expertise in diorama building, digital sculpting, model making, and visual storytelling. Each display is created with extraordinary detail and care, offering guests a chance to step into new worlds — from enchanted forests and ancient kingdoms to futuristic cities and underwater realms.

But our museum is more than just exhibits.

It’s a creative community space built on a foundation of:

• Free Admissions

• Free educational programs

• Hands-on classes for kids and adults

• Skill-building workshops

• Family-friendly, welcoming environments

• Opportunities to explore art, imagination, and creativity

We believe miniature art can change lives. It inspires curiosity, strengthens problem-solving skills, encourages storytelling, and gives people a safe place to express their creativity. Our exhibits are crafted to ignite that sense of wonder — the same feeling that first inspired Prince as a young artist.

As we prepare to open our doors in Fall 2026 in the Boone / Blowing Rock area, we invite you to join us on this journey. Whether you’re a visitor, student, donor, or miniature enthusiast, you are part of building something truly special.

Every miniature tells a story — and we can’t wait to share ours with you.