How a Christmas tradition popularized at an all-girls summer camp in Brevard grew into a global phenomenon.
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.
In Its Heyday, Reynolda House’s Pool Offered a Grand Splash
Under a ceiling of glass, residents of Winston-Salem’s most famous home — and their guests — splashed and played in a pool built for perfection.
Why is Raleigh the Capital of North Carolina?
Raleigh wasn't always the capital of North Carolina. The story of how it became our state's seat of government is more complicated than you may think.
Are the Tar and Pamlico Rivers the Same River?
There's a distinct line that divides the Tar and Pamlico rivers, but many don't even realize that the two waterways are one and the same.
