Although its complete history has been lost to time, a document drafted by patriots in Charlotte is believed to be the colonies’ first written declaration of independence.
The Sleeping Giant on Lake Mattamuskeet
A former hunting lodge at Lake Mattamuskeet symbolizes Hyde County’s heyday — and maybe its future.
History: The Great Oyster War
In 1890, tensions between native Ocracokers and marauding outsiders came to a head. At the center of the conflict? A small but valuable shellfish.
How the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Was Moved
Nearly two decades after it experienced a change of scenery, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse remains a Hatteras Island marvel.
Welcome to the Club
Since 1953, the Tar Heel Junior Historian Association has brought together students across the state. The goal? To learn about — and love — their own patch of North Carolina history.
Photo Essay: The Carolina Scots
In fields, churches, traditions, history books, beaches — and certainly in our surnames — our Scottish connections shine through and live on.
The History of Charlotte’s WBT Radio Station
Charlotte's radio powerhouse, WBT, has come a long way from its chicken-coop roots. Today, it remains a reliable companion for loyal listeners.
