Many debate the greatest of all time in American sports, but when it comes to North Carolina racing, there’s no doubt who reigns supreme.
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Richard Petty: A Hometown Hero
“The King” — a NASCAR legend and Randolph County native — reflects on 75 years of North Carolina racing history at the Petty Museum.
Track Stars
Before NASCAR, stock car racing started with men hauling moonshine on North Carolina’s back roads.
3 Places to Discover North Carolina’s Moonshining Past
Uncover a fascinating (and illicit) period of our state’s history, explore the secret communities where bootleggers thrived, and see remnants of old whiskey stills.
5 Historic Racetracks to Explore in North Carolina
Whether you’re looking for a thrilling day at the races, a hiking adventure on a historic dirt track, or you want to ride shotgun in a souped-up car with a pro, there are plenty of places to experience — and celebrate — the history of racing in our state.
Tobacco Roar
In the early 1970s, a fortuitous partnership between one of North Carolina’s iconic industries and a financially strapped NASCAR saved stock car racing and spawned a sports institution.
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.
Occoneechee Speedway Is the Track That Time Forgot
Occoneechee Speedway was born at the same time as NASCAR, lived a short but spectacular life, and then faded away into the woods in Hillsborough. The forest that hid it for decades has given it new life as a hiking trail.
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.
