For generations, shove poles have helped boaters navigate the shallow waters of Currituck, Albemarle, and Pamlico sounds.
What’s the History of the Sweet Potato?
The sweet potato dates back centuries and how it became North Carolina's official state vegetable is just part of the story.
The Marines of Montford Point
During World War II, a military base in Jacksonville served as the training camp for the first African-American Marines since the American Revolution.
When Trolleys Ruled the Roads of North Carolina
A century ago, streetcars were more than just a romantic notion. They were a reliable way for North Carolinians to get around.
A Tartan of Our Own
The dyed woolen cloth makes a lovely scarf or a fetching tie, but the distinctive Carolina tartan pattern represents so much more.
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.
