Press Releases
Multi-Use Trail System to Open at Carvers Creek State Park
A new multi-use trail system will open Saturday, May 4 at Carvers Creek State Park’s Sandhills access in Cumberland County. The trails will allow hikers, cyclists, and equestrians to explore the park, which opened to the public in 2013.
Carolina Gold Rush Heritage Event at Reed Gold Mine April 27
Gold mining at Reed Gold Mine was in its heyday in the 1850s -- before the California gold rush -- when for gold mining North Carolina was the place to be.
Bartram Day: Exploring History Through Art and Nature at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site
Become an 18th century naturalist like John and William Bartram! This father/son duo visited the area in the 1760s and documented the unique environment of southeastern North Carolina.
Free Community Concerts Slated in Rocky Mount and Goldsboro
The North Carolina Arts Council and partners in Rocky Mount and Goldsboro will present free concerts that celebrate Eastern North Carolina’s rich African American musical heritage this spring.
“Meet Your State Symbols” Returns to the NC State Capitol
Did you know the state tree is the pine? How about that the state sport is stock car racing?
Tickets Still Available for April 26-28 Outlander Events
It’s called the “Outlander Effect” in Scotland – attractions that appear in the award-winning “Outlander” television series have seen visitor numbers increase by as much as 67% since the series deb
Come Hear NC Sponsors Red Hat Main Stage at Wide Open Bluegrass Festival
Come Hear NC will sponsor the Main Stage at Red Hat Amphitheater during the Wide Open Bluegrass festival Sept.
Reed Gold Mine Inaugural Barbecue Festival April 13
Reed Gold Mine is celebrating another North Carolina treasure with its inaugural Barbecue Festival Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival is in conjunction with the traveling exhibit “The Story of Barbecue in North Carolina,” on display at Reed Gold Mine April 2 through June 15. Experience a taste sensation as five local restaurants showcase their gastronomic delights!
“Mapping the New World” Exhibit at Historic
A stunning collection of 29 early North American maps are showcased in the new exhibit at Historic Bath, “Mapping the New World.” Covering over 300 years of cartographic history, the collection provides a unique look at the evolution of our understanding of the New World, with many of the maps focusing on North Carolina and its iconic coastal region.
Music and Musket Fire at Fort Dobbs
A glimpse of 18th century life comes to Fort Dobbs as visitors will meet soldiers and settlers during the “War for Empire” program April 6-7. They can enjoy special performances of period music as part of the 2019 “Year of Music” organized by the N.C. Arts Council within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
