Press Releases

Sports fans in North Carolina know the Summer Olympics showcases some of the best competitors in the world with ties to the Tar Heel state.

Last February, Governor Pat McCrory announced a set of public hearings to plan a new monument on the State Capitol grounds in Raleigh dedicated to commemorating the achievements of African Americans. 

The State Capitol in August will transport visitors to the tumultuous days of the early 20thcentury, before women were granted the right to vote.

Ft. Dobbs State Historic Site provides a window into the tumultuous period of history known as the French and Indian War (1754-1763) or Seven Years War. Reconstruction of the French and Indian War fort by the Friends of Fort Dobbs will positively impact the economy of the local community.           

The 235th anniversary of the House in the Horseshoe Battle will be remembered with a re-enactment and other activities Aug. 6-7. Revolutionary War and domestic life activities will make for a day of family-friendly fun.

Archaeologists love digging around in old locations seeking new information. A group of students with Dr. Charles Ewen, East Carolina University department of anthropology, did just that at Brunswick Town-Fort Anderson State Historic Site this summer. 

Food and history lovers can feast with a purpose at the premiere "Trucks for Duke Homestead" food truck gathering Aug. 21 at Duke Homestead State Historic Site.

The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) announces a plan to renovate its East Building gallery and education spaces. It will include improvements and additions to the NCMA’s education studios, the creation of a new media and photography gallery space, and the reinstallation and expansion of the Museum’s African collection.

Bright Star Touring Company will present Aesop’s Fables Children’s Show July 27 ,28, 29 at 10:30 a.m. in the Indoor Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Tickets are $5/ ages 2 and younger-free.

The Tryon Palace African American Lecture Series continues in July with "How We Got Over: Singing Praises of Struggles from Cradle to Grave," Thursday, July 21, at 7 p.m. in Cullman Performance Hall at the North Carolina History Center.