Press Releases

Who Can Vote: Brief History of Voting Rights in the United States Exhibit Opening

The Museum of the Albemarle will open the exhibit Who Can Vote: Brief History of Voting Rights in the United States on June 4, 2024.

Martin Named as Executive Director of the Battleship North Carolina; Bragg to Retire After 15 Years

Dr. Jay Martin has been appointed as the new executive director of the Battleship North Carolina effective May 31, the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources announced today. Martin takes over the role from Captain Terry Bragg, who will retire June 1.

Opening Doors: Contemporary African American Academic Surgeons

The Museum of the Albemarle will open its newest exhibit, Opening Doors: Contemporary African American Academic Surgeons, on June 3, 2024. “The National Library of Medicine produced Opening Doors: Contemporary African American Academic Surgeons.

Alamance Battleground to Host 'Fight for the Backcountry-Battle of Alamance Reenactment' May 18

 Alamance Battleground State Historic Site will host a reenactment of the 1771 Battle of Alamance, Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

2024 William Friday Teachers Retreat to Honor North Carolina Educators

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) announced today the

Morrow Mountain State Park to Host Reopening Celebration After Major Construction

Morrow Mountain State Park will host a reopening event Sunday, May 19, 2-4 p.m., to celebrate the completion of a major construction project that upgraded the park’s vacation cabins, pool house, concession stand, and hiking and bridle trails as well as added new camper cabins and a splash pad.

Your Passport to Summer Is Here at the North Carolina Museum of History

Calling all adventurers!

State Library Announces Federal Grants to Local Libraries

The State Library of North Carolina announces the Community Partnerships for Literacy Mini-Grants. The eight awards totaling $65,982.00 go to local library projects that support the creation of literacy and learning centers in local community places.

New Traveling Exhibit Launches at Alamance Battleground State Historic Site

A new traveling exhibit, “Making Our Voices Heard: North Carolinians Fighting for Civil Rights,” will debut May 7 at Alamance Battleground State Historic Site.

Moonshine and Motorsports Trail in North Carolina Adds 9 New Stops

Following a triumphant first year, the Moonshine and Motorsports Trail in North Carolina is expanding.