Press Releases

National Register Adds 11 North Carolina Historic Places

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources announces the addition of multiple sites across the state to the National Register of Historic Places. The newly recognized sites include a mix of districts, individual properties, and updated documentation, highlighting th

Historic Halifax State Historic Site Hosts  'Halifax Resolves Days: Prelude to Revolution' on April 11-12, 2025

 On April 12, 1776, the 4th Provincial Congress in session at Halifax, N.C., passed a resolution that became known as “The Halifax Resolves.” In this document, North Carolinians declared their grievances against British rule and encouraged their delegates in the Continental Congress to

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Announces America 250 NC Grants to 58 Counties

The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ America 250 NC initiative has dispersed nearly $1.2 million in a second round of grant funds across 58 counties in the state.

State Historic Preservation Office Begins Graham County Comprehensive Architectural Survey

Graham County has been chosen as the subject of a comprehensive survey of historic buildings and landscapes planned to take place in 2025. The 2025 architectural survey will intensively document historic buildings and landscapes from the 19th century through the 1970s.

March 16, 2025 Bentonville Battlefield Reenactment Events Cancelled Due To Weather

Due to expected inclement weather, Sunday, March 16 events for Bentonville Battlefield’s 160th Reenactment are cancelled.

State Archives to Host a Free Virtual Program on the 1925 Glen Coal Mining Disaster

A disaster a century ago that killed 53 coal miners in North Carolina will be commemorated with a program hosted by the State Archives.

South Mountains State Park's Clear Creek Access to Reopen March 17

South Mountains State Park in Burke County is partially reopening March 17, the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation announced. The park has been closed since last fall due to widespread damage after Hurricane Helene.

N.C. Trails Program Opens Applications for Grants

The North Carolina Trails Program has released the fiscal year 2025-26 grant cycle for the federal Recreational Trails Program, the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation announced.

'Cheers to 10 years,' a Birthday and Living History Celebration

Join us in celebrating with the dedicated staff of the CSS Neuse Museum, devoted volunteers, and Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum board members as we commemorate ten years of promoting local history.

State Archives to Host Free Virtual Program on the Regulation of Midwives, 1900-1940

This Women’s History Month, learn about changes to the practice of midwifery in the early twentieth century in North Carolina.