Just south of the North Carolina border, a Bavarian-stye mountain town celebrates Alpine living with artisanal shops, delicious eateries, and plenty of outdoor adventures.
Where Classic Meets Modern in New Bern
True to its name — new — this coastal town continuously showcases original ways to visit its riverside setting and discover the 300-years-worth of history still shaping it.
Durham’s Own Butterfly House
Colorful discoveries abound year-round at the Museum of Life and Science.
How Caitlin Cary Sews Our State’s Stories
Raleigh singer and fabric artist Caitlin Cary captures memories and stirs emotion with her voice — and with a needle and thread.
Praise be to Church Peanuts!
In Mount Olive — the tiny town that’s big on pickles — a group of men comes together at a Methodist church to fry, jar, and ship more than 10 tons of nuts a year in the name of neighborliness.
A Stroll Through the Prairie
In a former cow pasture near downtown Raleigh, a rich North Carolina ecosystem thrives once more — and invites visitors to explore the wild abundance of the natural world.
Old as Dirt
The variety of soils found across North Carolina have a long history and shape the landscape and lives of everyone who has, and will, call the state home.
Your Guide to Washington
This former port town perched on the Pamlico River is full of waterfront history, charm, and adventure.
Soak in the Trees
In the forests around Asheville, bathing in the serenity and beauty of the pines and oaks and walnut trees makes it feel as though time stands still.
