Press Releases
Making a Life: History Through the Eyes of the Enslaved
A living history village will be created for the program, “Inalienable Rights: Living History Through the Eyes of the Enslaved,” at the President James K. Polk State Historic Site, Saturday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Call for Craft Vendors at Aycock Birthplace
Are you a local artisan? Do you have beautiful crafts to share with the community? The Gov. Charles B. Aycock State Historic Site is currently accepting applications for craft vendors to participate in the first annual “Rakin’ in the Fun Festival” Saturday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Food for Thought” Talk Examines Latino Impact on Food Culture and Agriculture
Many Latin foods are consumed in the United States today, including salsa, tacos and enchiladas. Most people don’t think about how they came to be here, or how more familiar foods such as corn, brussel sprouts or sweet potatoes get to the table.
“Composition Craven” Photography Exhibit Comes to the State Capitol
Visitors can view fine art photographic portraiture when the “Composition Craven” traveling exhibition opens at the State Capitol Oct. 3. On loan from the Craven Arts Council and Gallery, the exhibition focuses on the diversity of individuals who compose the fabric and culture of our state. As “the people’s house,” the Capitol is a fitting place to display images that speak to the experiences of the people of North Carolina.
N.C. Historical Commission to Meet Sept. 22 in Raleigh
The North Carolina Historical Commission will meet Friday, Sept. 22 to discuss a petition from the N.C. Department of Administration to relocate three Confederate monuments from the State Capitol grounds to the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site in Four Oaks, N.C.
Call for Volunteers at the State Capitol
The State Capitol is seeking volunteers interested in training as docents. These volunteers are the public face of the State Capitol and are relied upon for tours, both with adult and children’s groups. The Capitol will hold a volunteer docent training and information session, Monday, Sept. 25, at 9:30 a.m.
50 Renowned Artists with N.C. Roots Celebrate Arts Council’s 50th
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the North Carolina Arts Council, 50 renowned artists with N.C. roots will share how the state inspired and shaped their careers.
Bennett Place Hosts “We Ride a Whirlwind” Book Signing, and Classic Rides
Visitors to Bennett Place State Historic Site will learn about the whirlwind effect of the tumultuous Civil War period and also can see classic cars at two free presentations at Bennett Place Saturday, Sept. 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pianist Celebrates American Music at State Capitol
Pianist Lara Downes will perform and Alexander Bernstein narrate in a program in tribute to his father, acclaimed composer Leonard Bernstein, Monday, Sept. 18, at the State Capitol. It’s a celebration of American music and its importance to understanding history, and the 50thanniversary of the North Carolina Arts Council.
Quills, Chalk and 19th Century Education Program at CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center
Have you ever been curious about what education was like before iPads and computers? If so, come to Third Saturday at the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join the celebration of National Library Card Sign-up and literacy month.
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