Press Releases
NC Museum’s ‘BugFest 2021: Plan Bee’ takes place virtually and outdoors Sept. 13-18
Like almost everything else, BugFest will be a little different this year … welcome to BugFest 2021: Plan Bee, a celebration of bees!
Greenville’s ‘A Time for Science’ reopens Sept. 18 as new branch of Raleigh Museum
It’s time! After a long-anticipated, robust upgrade in exhibits and overall space, the former A Time for Science center on Dickinson Avenue is holding a public celebration Saturday, Sept.
Historical marker for designer associated with Biltmore, Basilica of Saint Lawrence to be unveiled
A historical marker commemorating the life of a renowned immigrant architect and builder soon will be installed near the site of his Black Mountain estate.
Eno River State Park Visitor Center Construction to Limit Parking at Fews Ford Access
Construction of a new visitor center at Eno River State Park will limit parking at Fews Ford access through late summer 2022.
North Carolina Transportation Museum unveils exhibit addition 'The Life of a Brakeman'
The North Carolina Transportation Museum is pleased to announce an update to the “How the West Was Won” exhibit, located in the Bob Julian Roundhouse.
Institute of Museum and Library Services Funds N.C. African American Heritage Commission Project to Research Shipwreck of 18th Century Slave Trading Vessel
The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission has received a $10
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Announces Appointments of Deputy Secretary Darin Waters and Communications Director Schorr Johnson
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Secretary Reid Wilson announces the appointments of Dr.
State Historic Preservation Office Begins Taylorsville Comprehensive Architectural Survey
The North Carolina Historic Preservation Office (HPO) will conduct a comprehensive architectural survey of historic buildings, structures, and sites within the town limits of Taylorsville in Alexan
State Historic Preservation Office Begins Vance County Comprehensive Architectural Survey
Vance County has been chosen as the subject of a comprehensive survey of historic buildings and landscapes planned from 2021-23.
'Days Gone By' Program at Somerset Place Aug. 14
Summer is here, flowers and centuries-old trees are in full bloom, and cool breezes from Lake Phelps stave off the stifling heat.
