Topics Related to Living History

State Archives Offers New Children’s Book About Sarah Keys Evans, a North Carolina Trailblazer for Justice

President James K. Polk State Historic Site to Host a Cooking Demonstration Featuring Dontavius Williams, Founder of ‘The Chronicles of Adam’

Fort Fisher State Historic Site Hosts Living History Event to Mark the 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II

North Carolina Zoo to Host Indigenous Powwow

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site Announces Fall Living History Events

Bentonville Battlefield’s 'Heavy Thunder' Event to Feature Cannon and Musket Demonstrations

Alamance Battleground to Host 'Fight for the Backcountry,' the Battle of Alamance Reenactment May 17

Tickets Now on Sale for Maritime and Regional History Symposium at Historic Edenton State Historic Site

'Two Lights for Tomorrow' Will Shine in Communities Across North Carolina Friday, April 18

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, America 250 NC invites all North Carolinians to participate in a powerful national moment of reflection and unity: “Two Lights for Tomorrow.” Communities across the United States will unite this Friday, April 18, 2025, to honor the spirit of cooperation and courage that helped ignite the American Revolution.

Museum of the Albemarle to Participate in 'Two Lights for Tomorrow' America 250 NC Event

The initiative is part of the upcoming America 250 semiquincentennial observance in 2026. In North Carolina, the event is led by the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ America 250 NC initiative.“Two Lights for Tomorrow” will take place on the night of April 18, recognizing the 250th anniversary of the ride of Paul Revere. To commemorate this event, two lights will shine from the fourth floor of Museum of the Albemarle in our community throughout the night of April 18.