Press Releases

Governor Josh Stein Announces Tar Heel Artists to Receive North Carolina Heritage Awards

Governor Josh Stein announced today that six traditional artists or groups will receive the 2025 North Carolina Heritage Awards for their lifetime contributions to the state’s cultural vitality. The N.C. Heritage Award is the state’s highest honor for traditional artists.

Nominations Open for 2025 North Carolina Awards

Nominations are being accepted for the 2025 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, now through April 1.

Bean Shoals Access at Pilot Mountain State Park Now Open

Pilot Mountain State Park’s Bean Shoals Access, located along the north side of the Yadkin River, has reopened following a construction project in 2024, the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation announced.

History for Lunch: The History of Surfing in North Carolina

The Museum of the Albemarle will host our monthly History for Lunch on Wednesday, March 5 at noon in the Gaither Auditorium. Who would have known that the sport of surfing has been taking place in North Carolina for more than 100 years?

North Carolina Zoo Council Meeting Feb. 12 at 1 P.M.

The North Carolina Zoo Council will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 1 p.m.

Historic Halifax State Historic Site to Mark 200th Anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s Visit

Historic Halifax State Historic Site will mark the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s historic visit to the town with special programming on Thursday, Feb. 27.

State Archives to host a virtual program on Lafayette’s tour in North Carolina

Learn about Marquis de Lafayette’s final journey through North Carolina.

A Zoom teleconference scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 1-2: p.m., will cover Lafayette’s farewell tour in North Carolina.

North Carolina Museum of History Announces Casting Call for Revolutionary War Film Series

The North Carolina Museum of History is seeking actors for

Historic Occoneechee Speedway Added to Eno River State Park

A long-awaited acquisition of over 200 acres of land that includes the Historic Occoneechee Speedway to add to Eno River State Park has been finalized, the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) announced.

Fort Anderson Will Mark 160th Anniversary with Living History Demonstrations and Programming

On Saturday, Feb. 15, Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site will commemorate the 160th anniversary of Fort Anderson's capture by U.S. forces in 1865. The site will host two public events, starting with a free day of living history.