Press Releases

The North Carolina Museum of Art presents two free exhibitions opening in April 2016, both featuring work by North Carolina artists.

Secretary Susan Kluttz's statement on the death of prominent archaeologist Dr. Stanley South.

The CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center will explore the daily life of North Carolina civilians, and the social norms and etiquette of the Civil War period April 2.

Gov. Pat McCrory is encouraging citizen participation in the the remaining two public hearings in March to offer feedback on a new monument on the State Capitol grounds to commemorate the achievements of African Americans.

Secretary Susan Kluttz of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources issued the following statement after learning of the death of State Representative Ralph C. Johnson of Guilford County. My heart is heavy having learned of the passing of Rep. Ralph Johnson. My prayers go out to his family and friends. I will remember him as a friend to this department who worked with us on the passage of the Historic Tax Credits legislation and his support of the recent bond package.

Reed Gold Mine will host a day of re-enactments and tours April 9 to commemorate the 120th anniversary of the largest nugget found on the site.

The approaching Halifax Day observance at Historic Halifax April 12 will commemorate the Halifax Resolves and North Carolina's stand as the first colony to call for separation.

Covering more than 20 historic locations around downtown New Bern, Tryon Palace's monthly African American Heritage Tour will return Sunday, March 20, at 2 p.m.

From home life in the 1700s to sports competition in the 1990s, the roles and accomplishments of women are evident all year at the Museum of the Albemarle. 

The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) has received a grant from the John William Pope Foundation for $500,000 to name one of the Museum’s gallery spaces.