Press Releases

NC Museum’s ‘BugFest 2021: Plan Bee’ takes place virtually and outdoors Sept. 13-18

Like almost everything else, BugFest will be a little different this year … welcome to BugFest 2021: Plan Bee, a celebration of bees!

Greenville’s ‘A Time for Science’ reopens Sept. 18 as new branch of Raleigh Museum

 It’s time! After a long-anticipated, robust upgrade in exhibits and overall space, the former A Time for Science center on Dickinson Avenue is holding a public celebration Saturday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Historical marker for designer associated with Biltmore, Basilica of Saint Lawrence to be unveiled

A historical marker commemorating the life of a renowned immigrant architect and builder soon will be installed near the site of his Black Mountain estate.

Eno River State Park Visitor Center Construction to Limit Parking at Fews Ford Access

Construction of a new visitor center at Eno River State Park will limit parking at Fews Ford access through late summer 2022. Visitors should expect parking to reach capacity early in the day on weekends and good weather days.

Institute of Museum and Library Services Funds N.C. African American Heritage Commission Project to Research Shipwreck of 18th Century Slave Trading Vessel

 The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission has received a $100,386 federal grant (MH-249108-OMS-21) from the national 

North Carolina Transportation Museum unveils exhibit addition 'The Life of a Brakeman'

The North Carolina Transportation Museum is pleased to announce an update to the “How the West Was Won” exhibit, located in the Bob Julian Roundhouse.

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Announces Appointments of Deputy Secretary Darin Waters and Communications Director Schorr Johnson

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Secretary Reid Wilson announces the appointments of Dr. Darin Waters as Deputy Secretary for Archives and History and Schorr Johnson as Director of Communications.

State Historic Preservation Office Begins Taylorsville Comprehensive Architectural Survey

The North Carolina Historic Preservation Office (HPO) will conduct a comprehensive architectural survey of historic buildings, structures, and sites within the town limits of Taylorsville in Alexander County beginning the week of Aug. 9.

State Historic Preservation Office Begins Vance County Comprehensive Architectural Survey

Vance County has been chosen as the subject of a comprehensive survey of historic buildings and landscapes planned from 2021-23.

'Days Gone By' Program at Somerset Place Aug. 14

Summer is here, flowers and centuries-old trees are in full bloom, and cool breezes from Lake Phelps stave off the stifling heat. The 10th annual “Days Gone By” living history event at Somerset Place State Historic Site offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy this beautiful weather.