Press Releases
“Drinks with a Prohibitionist!” April 19 at the N.C. State Capitol
Prohibitionist Carry A. Nation is taking a break from her busy schedule of smashing saloons for a night at the State Capitol!
Celebrate Women’s History Month at State Historic Sites and Museums
The significant roles and contributions of women in North Carolina are being recognized at venues of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources during Women’s History Month.
“Leading Ladies of Palmer Memorial Institute” Presented at Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum
From earlier days at Palmer Memorial Institute, visionary women shaped the institution into an elite preparatory school for African Americans that closed in 1971.
Nominations Open for 2018 North Carolina Awards
Nominations are being accepted for the 2018 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, now through April 15.
“The Women of Somerset Place” Tours March 6-10
In its heyday Somerset Place was a self-sustained plantation equal to many small towns.
“Rich in the Rare” at Town Creek
A rare chance to learn about seldom-seen plants and animals will be available at Town Creek State Historic Site at the “Rich in the Rare” exhibit March 3 through April 14.
Mary D. Williams Performs Songs from Slavery to Civil Rights at Historic Stagville
The power and persistence of African American musical traditions will be amplified by the well-rounded voice of renowned gospel singer Mary Williams.
Public Invited to Sign Book of Condolences for Rev. Billy Graham at N.C. State Capitol
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered a Book of Condolences to be placed at the North Carolina State Capitol for members of the public to sign in remembrance of Rev. Billy Graham.
Thomas Day Piece to be Installed in N.C. Governor’s Mansion Feb. 28
A ca. 1845 china press crafted by African-American master cabinetmaker Thomas Day will be the first piece by the celebrated craftsman to be installed in the North Carolina Executive Mansion.
Title I Schools Receive $69,000 in Grants for Aquarium Scholars
The door to new adventures recently opened for students across the state.
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