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.
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Rest, Relax, and Recharge in Pinehurst
On your next trip to the Sandhills, take a break from the greens to discover historic inns, enjoy a walk among the pines, and head to the spa.
12 Piedmont Traditions
Welcome to the heart of North Carolina! From iconic foods to industries that shaped a region, the center of our state is rich in history and traditions.
3 Perfect Days in the Sandhills
There’s much more to charming Pinehurst and Southern Pines than just hitting the greens. Here’s where to stay, what to do, and where to eat on a relaxing weekend getaway.
The Masters and the Man from Morganton
In 1954, Billy Joe Patton, an amateur golfer from North Carolina, qualified for the sport's most storied tournament. He almost won.
The Round of Golf That Changed Greensboro
One afternoon in 1955, six black men played golf on a whites-only course. What happened next pushed Greensboro toward integration and turned a local dentist into a civil rights icon.
On This Golf Course, Both Carolinas Are in Bounds
On Calabash’s Farmstead Golf Links, golfers can tee off in South Carolina and putt in North Carolina — on the same hole.
At Sherwood Forest Golf Club, Let a Llama Be Your Caddie
At a small, rustic golf course near Brevard, the animals get your attention (and carry your bags), but the memories keep golfers, and their kids, coming back for more.
A Weekend Guide to Pinehurst and Southern Pines
One’s a village and the other’s a town, but Pinehurst and Southern Pines both provide relaxation and elegance in the Sandhills.