Period music will drift through the historic Alston House during the Christmas Open House Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at House in the Horseshoe State Historic Site.
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A long time ago in a galaxy not so far away, Star Wars premiered May 25, 1977, and became a worldwide phenomenon almost at the speed of light.
Stories of the “southern experience” are as prolific as kudzu. A new exhibit, Southern Impressions: Paintings From the James-Farmer Collection, at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh will take you on a historical journey that explores the cultural heritage, dramatic landscapes and diverse peoples that have shaped the South and the southern experience.
The image of Blackbeard as a bloodthirsty criminal has its origins in "A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates," written in 1724.
Even in the face of the painful Civil War, soldiers on both sides tried to celebrate Christmas. Southern soldiers and families endured the hardships caused by the Union blockade.
The North Carolina Symphony is coming to town! The Symphony will bring beloved holiday music back to Jacksonville with Holiday Pops, a tradition that has become a favorite across the state. Led by Symphony Associate Conductor David Glover, the concert takes place in the Robert B.
The beauty and fragrance of natural greenery in holiday decorations will greet visitors to the 26th Annual Christmas Open House at Somerset Place Dec. 6, 1-4 p.m.
Help spread some Christmas cheer to our feathered friends this holiday season during the "Christmas for the Birds" program Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Colonial Traditions will be rekindled during Christmas in Halifax! Colonial traditions along with a lively Christmas Parade will combine to create a festive atmosphere for all Saturday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m.-4p.m.
An eastern Carolina Christmas feast, natural greenery and decorations, and gospel and bluegrass music are a few of the features of the 1870s Christmas at Aycock Birthplace Dec. 8 and Dec. 10.