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.
Why Is There a Bump in the NC/Va Border?
Trace your finger along a map of North Carolina, and you'll notice a slight notch in the border our state shares with Virginia. It might be little, but it has a mighty story to tell.
Invisible Appalachia: Junaluska
Since before the Civil War, a historically African-American community has made its home at the edge of downtown Boone. It continues to this day: quiet, yet present, and persevering against the odds.
The Fabric of Elkin: The Chatham Manufacturing Company
Thanks to the Chatham Manufacturing Company, the history of Elkin is defined by a single cozy object: the Chatham blanket.
The Union Takes Wilmington
Confederate troops fail to defend the vital port city. (Volume 5, Part 1)
Goliath Falls: Attacks Waged Against Fort Fisher
The battle of Fort Fisher signals doom for the Confederacy. (Volume 4, Part 12)
History Unwrapped: The Our State Back Catalog
Our favorite digital collection at the State Library of North Carolina? The entire back catalog of this magazine.
