NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

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Spring in North Carolina

Spring is the perfect time to get out and explore North Carolina. Check out all the wonderful events & programs across the department.

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North Carolina Heritage Awards

Six traditional artists from across the state will receive North Carolina Heritage Awards on May 23, 2018 for their contributions to our state’s cultural vitality.

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Preserving North Carolina African American History & Culture

For Black History Month we are recognizing cultural preservationists from North Carolina who have dedicated their lives to preserving the stories, memories & contributions of African Americans from our state.

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Commemorative Event

Blackbeard 300th Commemoration

Explore the maritime history of North Carolina through the eyes of an infamous pirate that terrorized the Carolina coast over 300 years ago.

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Commemorative Event

North Carolina in WWI

Our researchers are uncovering the story of everyday North Carolinians living through the Great War. Explore North Carolina's role in the Great War during our Centennial Commemoration.

NC WWI Events

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Online Resource

Find Out What Happened Today in North Carolina History

From the death of Blackbeard to the founding of the first public school, our This Day in North Carolina History Project tells the stories of the people and places of the Tar Heel state day-by-day through short, easy-to-access blog posts.

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Drinks With A Prohibitionist Raleigh, NC NC State Capitol

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An outdoor concert at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham

Grants

We're making our grant initiatives more accessible for the individuals and organizations standing to benefit from them. Visit our grants page to learn more.

Explore Nature, Culture and History across the State

North Carolina Arts North Carolina's state art museums, symphony and arts council give all North Carolinians access to world-class arts experiences and fuel the state's creative economy.

North Carolina History The North Carolina Office of Archives and History celebrates history from the pre-colonial times to the present and preserves North Carolina’s treasures and artifacts.

North Carolina Libraries The State Library of North Carolina builds on the capacity of all libraries in North Carolina, and develops and supports access to traditional and online collections.

North Carolina Nature North Carolina's state parks, aquariums, science museums and zoo preserve our state's natural treasures and give everyone the chance to discover them.

What We Do

The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is the state agency with a vision to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational and economic future of North Carolina. We’re home to the state’s historic sites, museums, zoo, symphony, parks, aquariums, libraries, archives, and more.

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Ms. Wheelchair USA at Umstead Park Apr 22, 2018

Ms. Wheelchair USA at the Executive Mansion Apr 23, 2018

Ms. Wheelchair USA 2017 with statue of George Washington

Ms. Wheelchair USA at State Capitol Apr 21, 2018

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Grant Opportunities from Your Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

We're making our grant initiatives more accessible for the individuals and organizations standing to benefit from them. Visit our redesigned grants page to learn more.

Explore Grants Awarded by DNCR

DNCR Grants Listing Listing of this Department's grant categories, filterable by topic and/or intended audience.

DNCR Rules Review

NC Natural Heritage Program Proposed Rule Comment on a new proposed rule for the NC Natural Heritage Program. A form to provide comments is available. Comments will be accepted through May 14.

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