When the days darken and the natural world seems to slow, these crimson creatures offer a symbol of hope and love, serving as a harbinger for lively times ahead.
Pecans
No matter how you pronounce them, North Carolina’s hyperlocal pecans yield a flavor, texture, and backstories you’ll rarely find beyond state lines.
Linville Caverns
Underneath Humpback Mountain, a stalactite-riddled cave serves as a shelter, habitat, and source of awe with its near-ethereal ecosystem.
Andy Griffith
On his namesake show, the Mount Airy native shared the spotlight with a fictional version of his hometown.
The Honeybee
For our state’s busiest insect, one man’s legacy is a sweet reminder of all the honeybee can do.
Halifax Resolves
In April 1776, months before founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, a group of visionaries gathered in Halifax as the first to formally urge the colonies to declare their independence from British rule.
Hush Puppies
Rooted in coastal fish frys, according to North Carolina lore, the humble hush puppy has swept the state from east to west, and these golden-brown rounds can be found across all levels of dining establishments.
Covered Bridges
Not just part of your route, covered bridges offer a portal into a time long past. Here are four historic ones to visit in North Carolina.
Dogwoods
Throughout April, North Carolinians celebrate the delicate blossoms that leaf out on dogwood trees with festivals and fanfare across the state.
