How a Christmas tradition popularized at an all-girls summer camp in Brevard grew into a global phenomenon.
The Man who Charted the Coast
Edward Moseley used chains, clocks, and compasses to create a map of eastern North Carolina. Nearly three centuries later, his attention to accuracy and detail is still astonishing.
How Jennette’s Pier Became the People’s Pier
Jennette’s Pier has been built up and knocked down numerous times throughout the years, yet it still stands today as a social hub for all on the Outer Banks.
How the Great Fire of 1934 Changed Wrightsville Beach
More than 80 years ago, fierce winds whipped flames through the town of Wrightsville Beach, forever changing the look of this oceanside community.
The Heyday of May Day
Before prom queens came May Queens, and at North Carolina women’s colleges, May Day celebrations captivated audiences statewide.
How a Group of Students Saved Crowders Mountain
In 1971, a group of college students marched to protect a Gaston County treasure from strip-mining. Forty-five years later, some of them reunited to march again.
Etta Baker’s Blues Legacy in North Carolina
Born on March 31, 1913, Etta Baker might not be a common household name across America, but her music’s influence continues to shape generations of musicians across genres.
