Office of Cultural Engagement

Singing on the Land

Singing on the Land is a virtual music project that celebrates the stories of historic sites across North Carolina through the voices of North Carolina musicians.

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Accessibility Tour with Madeline Delp

Join Ms. Wheelchair USA 2017, Madeline Delp, as she tours Raleigh's natural and cultural treasures.

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HBCU/MIHE Summer Internship Program

The Historically Black Colleges/Universities (HBCU) & Minority Institutions of Higher Education (MIHE) Internship is a paid, ten-week program to expose students to various divisions within the department.

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STEM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities

The STEM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities is an annual educational event where attendees meet role models with disabilities who have thriving careers in STEM fields.

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Certified Autism Center

The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport is the first Certified Autism Center in the state of North Carolina.

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About Us

North Carolina African American Heritage Commission

North Carolina American Indian Heritage Comission

Accessibility

We are committed to welcoming everyone to our museums, parks and attractions, and making your visit comfortable and enjoyable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Plan

The Equal Employment Opportunity Plan represents the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources' commitment to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.

Non-discrimination Notice and Civil Rights Compliance

Projects & Programs

Green Book Project

Since 2017, the NC African American Heritage Commission has completed research on North Carolina’s Green Book sites. We invite you to explore each site in depth through historical vignettes, stories, and images.

NC American Indian Oral History Project

In partnership with the Oral History Unit in the Division of State Archives, the NC American Indian Heritage Commission is collecting oral histories of individuals within our tribal communities across the state.

NC Civil Rights Trail

For travelers in pursuit of civil rights history and Black heritage, the NC Civil Rights Trail is your gateway to significant sites in North Carolina's—and our country's—story.

Start chatting

The North Carolina Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped now offers live chat with a reader advisor Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.