Press Releases
Embrace History and Nature at July 4 Events
Savor history and nature at a state park, aquarium or the zoo July 4 weekend. Numerous activities are planned across the state that coincide with Independence Day.
'Taking Shelter in Fort Dobbs' Living History Event
Living history returns to Fort Dobbs in Statesville.
Fort Fisher Historic Site to Debut Lumbee Indian Exhibit June 29
Fort Fisher State Historic Site will debut “A Memory A People Could Not Forget: Lumbee Indians at Fort Fisher” on Tues., June 29.
Juneteenth observances set across the state
In honor of Juneteenth, numerous N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources sites across the state will feature events and tours throughout the month of June.
Bischof Named Superintendent of Gorges State Park
Kevin Bischof is the new superintendent of Gorges State Park in Transylvania County, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation.
State Library Announces Federal Grants to Local Libraries
The State Library of North Carolina announces the 2021-2022 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant awardees.
State Archives Presents Virtual Roundtable Discussion on Colonial Court Records
The State Archives of North Carolina will host a virtual roundtable, “North Carolina’s Colonial Court Records,” Tuesday, June 22, 7-8:30 p.m.
Commemorate Juneteenth at the State Capitol
The North Carolina State Capitol will host a community art collaboration on historic Union Square, Saturday, June 19 in commemoration of Juneteenth.
New Book from N.C. Office of Archives and History Explores History of N.C.’s Maritime Industry
North Carolina has long sustained strong maritime industries of major consequence, including ship and boat building.
Green Book Exhibit on Display in the State Capitol and at Moore Square
RALEIGH, N.C. — Did you know that over 300 businesses in North Carolina were listed in the Negro Motorist Green Book? In fact, there were 327.
