Topics Related to Living History

'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&n

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.

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site to Offer Two Living History Days in April

Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site will host two living history programs on Saturdays during April. Both programs will run from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Bennett Place State Historic Site Will Commemorate the End of Slavery and the Civil War in North Carolina with a Weekend of Events

Bennett Place State Historic Site will commemorate the 160th anniversary of its Civil War surrender with two public programs on April 25-26.

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Announces America 250 NC Grants to 58 Counties

The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ America 250 NC initiative has dispersed nearly $1.2 million in a second round of grant funds across 58 counties in the state.

Historic Halifax State Historic Site Hosts  'Halifax Resolves Days: Prelude to Revolution' on April 11-12, 2025

 On April 12, 1776, the 4th Provincial Congress in session at Halifax, N.C., passed a resolution that became known as “The Halifax Resolves.” In this document, North Carolinians declared their grievances against British rule and encouraged their delegates in the Continental Congress to

2025 Women’s History Month Programs Planned

Throughout March, in celebration of Women’s History Month, agencies within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources will showcase the remarkable contributions of North Carolina women through special programs and exhibits.

Bentonville Battlefield Anniversary Event Set for March 15-16

Experience history come alive at the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site 160th anniversary program March 15-16. Thousands of living historians from across the country will descend on Bentonville Battlefield for one of the nation’s largest battle reenactments.     

Screening of "American Coup: Wilmington 1898" Explores History of Massacre and Insurrection

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Museum of the Albemarle, and Elizabeth City State University, in partnership with PBS North Carolina and Working Films invite teachers and community members to a free screening of American Coup: Wilmingt

Defense of Fort Dobbs Remembered

Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will offer a glimpse of the harrowing days of the Anglo-Cherokee War on March 1 with a living-history commemoration.