Find out what three hiking experts have to say about hitting the trail, the gear they’d never leave behind, and North Carolina’s must-do mountain treks with stunning views.
LIVING IN NORTH CAROLINA
For the Love of Books
Celebrate National Reading Month in North Carolina with a distinguished book club, a beloved author, a unique library, a book review, and more.
Bags & Tags: North Carolina-Made Travel Gear
Packing the right items for a road trip — even a day trip — can help us relax and enjoy the journey. Travel in style with these thoughtfully crafted, North Carolina-made totes and luggage tags.
Lessons Learned on One-Lane Bridges
Across North Carolina, bridges connect us. And when those connections are a single lane wide, we learn more than just how to get from Point A to Point B.
Fancy & Functional
Her porcelain pieces may look like works of art, but Julie Wiggins’s teapots are ready for any occasion.
From Scraps to Fashion
A Lee County couple has turned a love of bags and a talent for upcycling old military gear into a career.
Made in NC: Where There’s Smoke
Early on, a woodworker in Rowan County learned to infuse his projects with a blend of art, science, and ingenuity. Then, a chance request sparked the idea to add smoke and spirits to the mix.
Meet Our Makers
Each year, Our State celebrates the very best in North Carolina craftsmanship with the Made in NC Awards. Meet the five talented artisans who won top honors in 2021.
Our State Knows Best: Cocktail Mixology
Find out what three experts have to say about stocking a home bar, the cocktails every beginner should master, and the locally made spirits they always keep on hand.
