A town that once relied on the nearby textile mill to thrive now stands on its own thanks to a downtown revitalization project and enterprising local entrepreneurs.
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Bragging Rights: 10 Lesser-Known Reasons We’re Proud to Call North Carolina Home
Explore some of the state’s finest cultural superlatives — from founding the nation’s first state-supported symphony to building its first miniature golf course.
16 Stops for a Family Fun Day in High Point
Discover cultural, culinary, and adventurous destinations perfect for kids and adults alike during an outing to this Piedmont city.
A Guide to Downtown Durham
Residents of this resilient city have embraced the nickname “Dirty Durham” as a symbol of the grit and determination of its shop owners, restaurateurs, and community advocates.
Bunking with Babe
In the early 1930s, legendary slugger Babe Ruth took a hunting trip to Craven County.
8 Grown-Up North Carolina Field Trips
Maybe it’s been years since you last solved an algebra equation or wrote an essay, but learning never stops, no matter your age. Expand your knowledge on a “field trip” to these eight destinations across the state. And don’t worry — you won’t be graded!
I-95 Road Trip: Baseball is Back!
A minor league ball team returns to its new home stadium this year after the pandemic disrupted its 2020 season. Now, Fayetteville Woodpeckers fans can continue making joyful summertime memories — of hot peanuts, booming fireworks, and the sweet crack of bat against ball.
35 of North Carolina’s Most Unforgettable Museums
Satisfy your curiosity by visiting some of our state’s wild, wonderful, and yes, sometimes (lovably) wacky museums, big and small.
Quiz: The Old Ball Game
When baseball was a segregated sport in North Carolina, talented black players excelled in leagues of their own.
