Thousands of acres of natural space for hiking, fishing, horseback riding and biking in the heart of one of North Carolina's largest metropolitan regions.
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A unique window onto the longleaf pine forests that once covered millions of acres across the Southeast and home to the state's oldest longleaf pine.
An archaeological site focusing on early Native American culture. Rental Options
The North Carolina State Capitol will close to the public beginning Wednesday, May 3, for construction and repair work, and will remain closed until further notice.
A National Historic Landmark. prime example of Greek Revival architecture and the home to all of state government for decades.
A gateway to exploring a wide range of historically significant archival materials relating to North Carolina.
A museum that focused on exhibiting the work of contemporary artists from across the South, nation and world.
The site of the first documented discovery of gold in North America that launched the country's first gold rush. Rental Options
Some of the best hiking along the Cape Fear River can be found at Raven Rock State Park, where visitors can also Lanier Falls, the Fish Traps rapids or the massive Raven Rock, an ageless landmark for river travelers.
North Carolina’s only presidential site, focused on our nation's 11 president and the issues that dominated his term. Rental Option
The NC Museum of Natural Sciences' field station in west Raleigh, Prairie Ridge boasts a green Outdoor Classroom, a native plant garden and native tree arboretum, a series of ponds and vernal pools, and a trail system winding through the prairie and forest. Museum staff offer a multitude of public programs to educate visitors about nature and science. The Nature PlaySpace for young children has become a safe, popular space for nature-based play; programs offered here include Nature Stories and Nature PlayDays.