Press Releases

Deadline for Nominating Traditional Artists for N.C. Heritage Award is May 1

Nominations are open for the North Carolina Heritage Award, the state’s highest honor for traditional artists, until Friday, May 1. 

Black Gold – African American Gold Miners in North Carolina Black History Month Tour

The origins and impact of slavery in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, and the benefits of slave labor to Reed Gold Mine will be examined during Black History Month.

CSS Neuse Interpretive Center Unveils “Treasures from the Vault” Feb. 5

Rarely seen Civil War-era artifacts will be on view when the “Treasures from the Vault” exhibit opens Feb. 5 at the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center.

State Archives kicks off year-long celebration of 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, guaranteeing and protecting the right of women to vote. To honor this historic event, the

North Carolina Arts Council Grant Deadline for Arts Funding is March 2

 The North Carolina Arts Council’s 2020-21 grant guidelines for organizations are now available at

N.C. African American Heritage Commission and Office of Archives and History Release New Children’s Book “My N.C. from A to Z”

The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission and the Office of Archives and History this month released a new children’s book, “My N.C. from A to Z,” that celebrates and creates connections to North Carolina’s rich African American heritage.

Wake Forest Begins Architectural Survey Update with Grant Funds from N.C. State Historic Preservation Office

RALEIGH, N.C — Wake Forest has been awarded a 2019 federal Historic Preservation Fund grant for Certified Local Governments from the National Park Service, administered by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (HPO) of the Office of Archives and History.

Black History Month Observances at North Carolina Cultural Attractions

RALEIGH, N.C. — African American history in North Carolina involves songs and struggle, triumph and despair, artistry and achievement.

WWII N.C. Military Base Newsletters Available Online Through State Archives

A collection of North Carolina military installation camp newsletters and newspapers from World War II are now available online as part of the State Archives of North Carolina’s Military Collection.

Division of Parks and Recreation Seeks Public Input on Wilderness Gateway State Trail Plan

The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on the Wilderness Gateway State Trail plan. When finalized, it will guide project stakeholders as they refine the planned corridor and build the trail.