Press Releases

The 300^th anniversary of the sinking of Blackbeard’s flagship is underway with a tour of artifacts recovered from the vessel, Queen Anne’s Revenge.

Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will offer a glimpse of the harrowing days of the Anglo-Cherokee War Feb. 24-25.  The Cherokee had been allies of the British when the French and Indian War started in 1754, but tensions quickly spiraled into hostilities.

Celebrate literature during Black History Month at the State Capitol! Hear the words and experiences of African Americans echo through a structure built by African Americans for whom it was illegal to read, Saturday, Feb. 24, 1 to 3 p.m. at a free event.

A+ Schools of North Carolina announced today that it has accepted seven new schools to join the A+ Schools Network. A+ Schools of North Carolina is one of the longest-running and most successful arts-based school reform models in the country.

The CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center in Kinston will present three free educational and engaging presentations, Saturday, Feb. 24, to celebrate Black History month.

Loops C and F at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area’s Poplar Point Campground will be closed effective March 12 for campground upgrades. The loops will re-open this fall when the projects are complete.

Residents of the Lower Cape Fear region were not happy about the 1765 Stamp Act imposed by the British Crown -- a tax on all newspapers, gambling papers, books pamphlets and more.

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to view the historic North Carolina 1868 Constitution, now on display at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh through April 29.

The origins and impact of slavery in Cabarrus County, and the benefits of slave labor to Reed Gold Mine will be examined during Black History Month. Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site will offer “Black Gold: North Carolina Slavery and Reed Gold Mine” tours every Saturday in February at 1 p.m.