They may not have the cachet of the iconic light stations, but these river lighthouses were just as important in aiding navigation to and from our state’s ports.
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Edenton’s Landmark Light
First built to provide safe passage to trade ships en route to Plymouth, the Roanoke River Lighthouse has seen several iterations, three locations, and a pair of men who gave the otherwise doomed building a new lease on life.
Durham’s Own Butterfly House
Colorful discoveries abound year-round at the Museum of Life and Science.
3 Perspectives on Triple Falls
There’s more to Triple Falls than cascading good looks. Admirers from three different areas of expertise offer a chance to see one of Transylvania County’s most iconic natural wonders from new perspectives.
Miniatures in Motion
All aboard! A garden railway educates visitors about train safety while welcoming guest locomotives to get in on the fun.
Into the Tall Grass
Amid the Smoky Mountain haze in Cherokee, an unusual island of green invites visitors to get lost in another world.
7 Stand-Out Barbecue Spots in Charlotte
In the Queen City, east-west divisions dissolve into a delicious scene that spans North Carolina’s signature styles of ‘cue.
5 Ways to Experience Historic Hillsborough
Whether you come for the arts scene, great outdoors, or local history, the community in this Orange County town welcomes all interests.
Embracing the Rugged & Refined Spirit in Highlands
Surrounded by lush forestland and filled with plush amenities, a resort town in Macon County hits the sweet spot for an upscale, down-to-earth getaway.
