Guides on New Bern’s Historic Trolley Tour show off the varied and elegant architecture of the city — while also introducing the real people behind the stories and legends.
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A History Buff’s Guide to Lincolnton
Discover a Revolutionary War battleground, historic churches, and a local legend on your next trip to the Foothills.
One Day in Historic Halifax
This small northeastern North Carolina town on the Roanoke River had a big impact on American history. Step into the past to explore its significance — and find out where to shop and eat along the way.
Dan Nance Paints the Road to Revolution
Bursting with energy, just like his paintings, Dan Nance uses his talent to relate the tales of colonial North Carolina.
Photo Essay: Reliving the Revolution through Reenactment in Guilford County
On a cold March day in 1781, a quiet backcountry farming community in Guilford County became the site of a pivotal battle in the American Revolution. Today, the bravery of the soldiers who fought for our country’s independence is honored with a powerful reenactment.
Graham Flour Mill Remains as Revolutionary War Vestige
Under layers of flour dust lies the tumultuous history of Lindley’s Mill, which stood as an impartial witness to the struggle for American independence that divided many North Carolina families.
Princeton of the South
Rebelling against the king, the founders of Charlotte established Queen’s College. Had the college survived the Revolutionary War, Charlotte — not Chapel Hill — would have claimed the nation’s first public university.
