NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

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Hello NC

Hello NC celebrates the people, culture, and stories of rural North Carolina through local voices and rich media. This multi-faceted initiative will showcase stories about the diversity, traditions and richness of small towns and rural life.

Your Story is North Carolina's Story

History is happening now, and our rapid response collection project needs your help to document and preserve it, because Your Story is North Carolina’s Story.

Come Hear NC

From Thelonious Monk and Link Wray to Doc Watson and Nina Simone, North Carolinians have made groundbreaking contributions to many of America's most important musical genres.

She Changed the World

“She Changed the World: NC Women Breaking Barriers" celebrates the achievements of North Carolina women and explores the diversity of their experiences and impact on our history.

Celebrate Archaeology Month

October is Archaeology Month in North Carolina! This year, we’ve gone totally digital and will be sharing info, projects, and stories from the study of human history in our state!

Green Book Project

The Green Book Project is exploring what it was like for black families, business people & individuals to travel in North Carolina during the Jim Crow era.

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What We Do

The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources oversees the state’s resources for the arts, history, libraries and nature. We’re home to the state’s 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, two science museums, three aquariums and Jennette's Pier, 39 state parks and recreation areas, the N.C. Zoo, the N.C. Symphony, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, State Preservation Office, Office of State Archaeology, the African American Heritage Commission, and the Office of Land and Water Stewardship.

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DNCR Rules Review/Meeting Notices

Governor’s Advisory Council on Film, Television and Digital Streaming
Special Electronic Meeting
September 15, 2020, 10 a.m.

Members of the public may observe via livestream at https://www.youtube.com/user/ncculture

Statement of Purpose:
The meeting agenda includes an update from the North Carolina Film Office and discussion of recommendations regarding the N.C. film industry that the council will make in a report to Governor Cooper. Recommendations will be in the priority areas of film industry messaging and marketing; grants, rebates, policies and statutes; access and diversity; and industry expansion. The council will also discuss dates for future meetings.

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