In 1917, the town of Hot Springs, North Carolina, transformed into a shared landscape of craftsmanship and culture after 2,000 German officers, sailors, and civilians carved out a community along the banks of the French Broad River.
The History of the Outer Banks Dunes
During the Depression, hundreds of men found work — and a common goal — constructing dunes to protect our Outer Banks.
Greensboro’s Found Collection Showcases Sharecroppers’ Denim
Discovered in the woods, a collection of old overalls, shirts, and jeans sheds light on how we used to wear denim.
At Hudson’s Hill, Denim is The Deepest Blue
Blue Bell, Cone, Wrangler, and Lee — Greensboro has a long history with denim. Now, two men are trying to bring the fabric back to life close to home.
How North Carolina Became “Variety Vacationland”
North Carolina is naturally as pretty as a postcard. Still, finding a way to share that beauty with the rest of the country took some effort.
Dolley Madison’s Red Velvet Dress is Our Scarlet Mystery
Dolley Madison was born in Greensboro, and the most famous piece of her wardrobe resides in the city’s museum. But where did her red velvet dress — The Dress, rather — originate?
Was North Carolina a Haven for Pirates?
Everybody knows Blackbeard made a habit of roaming North Carolina's shores, but few know the real reasons why.
