Press Releases
North Carolina State Capitol Will Open to the Public May 17
The State Capitol will open to the public May 17, with some new procedures in place to help ensure the safety of staff and visitors, including:
· Limiting visitation
Lloyd Joins Mumford As Falls Lake Superintendent
Crystal Lloyd, a nine-year employee of the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation, will join David Mumford as superintendent at Falls Lake State Recreation Area in Wake Forest.
'Bentonville in Bloom' to Showcase the Battlefield’s Natural Resources
Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site is thrilled to announce a new program scheduled for Saturday, May 15 called “Bentonville in Bloom.” This spring event will showcase the natural resources
Alamance Battleground State Historic Site will commemorate 250th anniversary
Alamance Battleground State Historic Site will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the 1771 Battle of Alamance with virtual programs and a special illumination Saturday, May 15.
State Archives Presents Virtual Roundtable Discussion on Preserving Family Memorabilia
The State Archives of North Carolina will host a virtual roundtable, “Preservation Pointers for the Public,” Wed., May 12, 7-8:30 p.m. Enhance your own family archive with tips from the pros!
Earth Day Observances at State Aquariums and Museums
In honor of Earth Day on April 22, N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources sites have some great events planned throughout April.
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Announces Executive Leadership Appointments
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Secretary Reid Wilson today announced three appointments to key roles in department leadership.
North Carolina Highway Historical Marker Program Gets Fund-raising Partner
A new opportunity to support the North Carolina Highway Historical Marker Program will help repair or replace damaged historical highway markers.
Gold Panning Returns to Reed for the 2021 Season
When young Conrad Reed discovered a rock that was really a 17-pound gold nugget in 1799, he had no idea that the Carolina Gold Rush would soon start.
Mountain Gateway Exhibit Showcases North Carolina’s Awakening
During the early 1800s, North Carolina was considered a sleepy, backward state with a sluggish economy and little interest in change.
