A devoted collector finds treasures in items that were once the stuff of everyday life in North Carolina. His growing collection, housed in UNC Chapel Hill’s Wilson Library, is invaluable to understanding our state.
A Day Trip Guide to the State Farmers Market
At a market that’s anything but ordinary, you’ll want to set aside plenty of time to explore. Read on for how to plan a dawn-to-dusk market day in our state’s capital city.
Faith, Family, & Fashion at Kannon’s Clothing
An immigrant from Lebanon forged a fashion dynasty and a cozy home in Wake County for lovers of fine clothing.
Secrets in Stone
Near the Dorothea Dix Hospital, a trio of stone houses were a refuge to the staff after long, stressful days. Now, the structures are providing a new kind of healing.
A Rootin’ Tootin’ Symphony
A novel program begun in the 1940s sent classical musicians into rural towns and counties across North Carolina. Its goal: to provide music education for all children.
A Modern Series Opens a Window to the Past
In Raleigh, the Museum of History houses the artifacts and anecdotes that trace North Carolina’s journey from past to present. Now, a pair of virtual programs open the museum to people across the state — and around the world — uncovering hidden aspects of our history, one bite-size piece at a time.
5 Field Trip Destinations in Raleigh
No matter your age, a world of wonder awaits in the City of Oaks.
State of Wonder
Hoping to recapture the excitement of a school field trip, a writer plays tourist in her own backyard. In our capital city, she finds treasures that have been waiting nearby all along.
Celebrate From Flock to Fleece
At the annual Carolina FiberFest, fiber fanatics gather in Raleigh to learn how past generations used yarn and lace in everyday apparel and as a creative outlet.
