Although its complete history has been lost to time, a document drafted by patriots in Charlotte is believed to be the colonies’ first written declaration of independence.
Where the Halifax Resolves Began
Hidden since 1849, the footprint of the colonial courthouse that helped spark America’s independence has finally been located.
What to See & Do on Elizabethtown’s Broad Street
Where to shop, sip, and chow down on a smashburger on Bladen County’s iconic thoroughfare.
Streets With a Story: Elizabethtown’s Broad Street
This storied stretch in the Coastal Plain chronicles a past faithfully preserved by local historians, evolving from a pivotal Revolutionary battleground to a welcoming corridor of beloved businesses and ancestral dwellings.
A River Made New
After decades of pollution brought an Onslow County waterway to the brink, citizens, scientists, and Jacksonville city leaders worked together to restore their river.
What to See & Do on Rutherfordton’s Main Street
Sample local flavors, uncover vintage treasures, and revel in architectural charm as you meander along this central passage.
Streets With a Story: Rutherfordton’s Main Street
This uptown passage reflects its origins as an early settlement rooted in the Foothills, where welcoming community spaces weave new stories into old.
Streets With a Story: Elm Street
This iconic thoroughfare in the heart of Greensboro has evolved into a modern-day creative hub with a vibrancy maintained by the many people who walk its streets and celebrate its history.
A Guide to Elm Street
Explore local eateries and reinvented storefronts as you stroll through history along Greensboro’s central corridor.
