When four young men took their seats at a lunch counter more than 60 years ago, they had no intentions of leaving and no idea what would happen. Such a simple act, denied them for so long, reignited the civil rights movement throughout the South. Today, the lunch counter and the seats are preserved at the same South Elm Street location in Greensboro as part of the International Civil Rights Center and Museum, giving all of us the chance to experience North Carolina’s place in the movement toward equality.
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Breakfast in North Carolina: Smith Street Diner
This no-nonsense diner in Greensboro provides fresh cooked breakfast fare every morning.
Serious About Music: Amelia’s Mechanics
The passionate female duo Amelia’s Mechanics draws inspiration from everyday life to set memories to music.
Honest Talent: Laurelyn Dossett
After raising three daughters Laurelyn Dossett lets her musical ambition loose, writing authentic and sincere songs that come from down deep.
Flavor Wizards
Regularly mistaken for a bakery, Mother Murphy’s in Greensboro has been churning out delicious and intriguing aromas for more than half a century.
Remember When
One man’s hobby grew into a haven for serious music collectors and a bright spot for many who just want to plug into their past.
Visions of Beauty
One of the state’s preeminent garden designers, Greensboro’s Chip Callaway lays out luxurious beds of leafiness throughout the East Coast.
Riding with Jonathan
For years, Nat Walker of Greensboro has been hitting the open road with his son, Jonathan, taking car trips that have nothing to do with destination and everything to do with finding a way to connect with his son.