From mountain vistas to sandy beaches, North Carolina’s diverse landscapes have served as iconic backdrops in many films.
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Purls of Wisdom in Wilmington
For a group of like-minded crafters, knitting is a lot like life: When the going gets tangled, they know they can always count on their friends.
Muse of the Cape Fear
For more than a century and a half, Thalian Hall has hosted world-class performances, nurtured new talent, and perfected its role as the grande dame of Wilmington’s arts scene.
Battleship North Carolina
A distinguished sight on the Cape Fear River in Wilmington, the World War II-era Battleship North Carolina is an enduring symbol of state pride.
7 Scenic Drives on the Carolina Coast
When it’s summertime and the mercury’s climbing, North Carolinians flock to the beach — but there’s more to our coast than surf and sand. These scenic drives are full of water and wildlife, meals and memories. What are you waiting for?
The 1980s: The Bird Man
In Wilmington, a biology professor makes it his mission to understand and protect the waterbirds that nest along the North Carolina coast — and inspires his students to do the same.
Game for Fun in Wilmington
The gift of a board game helped move a man to the first square in a career at play.
Quiz: Studying Success
From boatbuilding to filmmaking, North Carolina’s public community college system — the third largest in the nation — provides diverse opportunities to all of its students.
29 Beautiful Public Gardens to Explore this Spring
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, an incredible array of public gardens awaits those who are eager to celebrate springtime in North Carolina in all its colorful glory.
