Throughout February, the North Carolina State Capitol will be commemorating Black History Month by hosting “We've Always Been Out There," a series of walking tours highlighting the protest and civil rights history of downtown Raleigh.
These short (0.5 mile) walking tours around downtown will discuss the lengthy history of protest and civil rights demonstrations in Raleigh. Topics range in time from the early 19th century to the 1980s and include an extended focus on the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s and 70s.
The tours will be on Saturdays in February at 11 a.m., and will be entirely outdoors, weather permitting. Be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothes. The tours are free, but registration is encouraged in advance, as spots are limited each week. Tours will last about 40-50 minutes and will begin on the Capitol’s east grounds. The Capitol is located at 1 East Edenton St. , Raleigh. Sign up and get more information by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/weve-always-been-out-there-a-civil-rights-walking-tour-of-raleigh-tickets-800184733077
The North Carolina State Capitol was closed to the public May 3, 2023, for construction and repair work and will remain closed until further notice. While the Capitol is closed, visitors can access a virtual tour.
About the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages, promotes, and enhances the things that people love about North Carolina – its diverse arts and culture, rich history, and spectacular natural areas. Through its programs, the department enhances education, stimulates economic development, improves public health, expands accessibility, and strengthens community resiliency.
The department manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the North Carolina Symphony, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.