August 31, 2011 – 11:19 am
Raleigh – In pursuit of labor rights and social change, 65 years ago almost 10,000 tobacco “leaf house” workers organized and secured union contracts in nearly 30 tobacco leaf houses in North Carolina and Virginia. As in the popular book and movie, “The Help,” African American women were the primary agents for change. A commemorative [...]
August 30, 2011 – 2:29 pm
Wander the gardens, enjoy a concert by the Tryon Palace Fife & Drum Corps, and step back in time to an era where a man’s personal honor was his most cherished quality. Any incursion on this prized value could result in fiery and violent retribution. On September 5th, 1802, a prominent New Bern lawyer met [...]
August 30, 2011 – 12:02 pm
“Pops in the City,” Sept. 4 RALEIGH, N.C.—Maestro William Henry Curry and the North Carolina Symphony wave goodbye to the summer heat wave and kick off a bold new concert season with “Pops in the City,” a free concert in Raleigh Amphitheater, Sunday, Sept. 4, at 7:30 p.m. Families, friends and music lovers can grab [...]
August 29, 2011 – 12:44 pm
Loan of ten works from personal collection of Iris Cantor to complement Museum’s existing Rodin collection RALEIGH, N.C.—Fast becoming one of the nation’s premier destinations for Rodin sculpture, the North Carolina Museum of Art will install 10 additional sculptures by the celebrated French artist in the Museum’s West Building. On loan from Iris Cantor’s private [...]
August 29, 2011 – 12:41 pm
August 29: Rogés Headline Final Symphony Broadcast of the Summer RALEIGH, N.C.—The North Carolina Symphony and WUNC 91.5FM have partnered to present great music for a summer evening all season long. Favorite Symphony performances are broadcast every Monday night from 10:00 p.m. to midnight and stream online at wunc.org. Legendary broadcaster David Hartman hosts a [...]
August 29, 2011 – 9:23 am
RALEIGH – Since the beginning of the Civil War (1861-1865) 150 years have passed, but its widespread impact and defining characteristics remain vivid. These can especially be seen in North Carolina due to the state’s role in the war as illustrated by the “Freedom, Sacrifice, Memory: Civil War Sesquicentennial Photography Exhibit”. The exhibit will be [...]
August 29, 2011 – 9:18 am
RALEIGH – Heroic tales and valiant feats are depicted in images that reflect North Carolina’s dedication to the war in the “Freedom, Sacrifice, Memory: Civil War Sesquicentennial Photography Exhibit”. Rockingham County Public Library will host the exhibit from Sept. 1-28, sharing images and stories that capture the history and people of the Civil War (1861-1865). [...]
August 29, 2011 – 9:10 am
Powerhouse Classical Music Lineup Opens Series in Southern Pines, Fayetteville, Wilmington and New Bern, Sept. 15-18 RALEIGH, N.C.—Schubert never heard the nickname given to his “Great” C-Major Symphony. In fact, he never heard a performance of the symphony, but next month, North Carolinians across the state can. The North Carolina Symphony launches multi-concert series in [...]
August 29, 2011 – 8:36 am
-ONGOING- Beaufort Oars Monday, Wednesday, Friday evenings & Sunday mornings. Join this local rowing club, for exercise, competition and fun. Sailing Lessons By appointment only. Learn how to sail! Pick from traditional boat handling, adult or family sailing lessons. Call (252) 728-2762 for prices and details; $70 – $210 – Museum members receive a discount. [...]
August 26, 2011 – 10:00 am
RALEIGH– In response to the approach of Hurricane Irene to eastern North Carolina, the following museums and historic sites within the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources will alter hours until further notice: N.C. Maritime Museums N.C. Maritime Museum-Southport, N.C. Maritime Museum-Beaufort, and the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum-Hatteras closed until further notice Eastern N.C. State [...]
By Jeff Miles
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August 25, 2011 – 11:29 am
PROGRAM CANCELLED: “A Day in the Life of a Civil War Soldier” Summer Living History Program Bentonville Battlefield August 27, 2011 FOUR OAKS— Due to the threat of severe weather conditions from Hurricane Irene, Bentonville Battlefield’s Summer Seasonal Living History Program scheduled for Aug. 27 has been cancelled. This program may be rescheduled for a [...]
August 25, 2011 – 11:13 am
RALEIGH– As the first hurricane threatens North Carolina this season, individuals and organizations may need to protect important papers and records. The N.C. State Archives collects and preserves historical and documentary materials and offers guidelines to historical societies, government officials and individuals on ways to protect vital records in case of emergency: Create or update [...]
August 23, 2011 – 12:41 pm
HATTERAS – The approach of Hurricane Irene, and its possible landfall along the North Carolina coast has led organizers of the “Flags Over Hatteras” Sesquicentennial Commemoration to postpone the event until later this fall. Leading experts on the Civil War and its impact on the United States and the world were scheduled to take part [...]
August 19, 2011 – 12:01 pm
RALEIGH – Recalling the efforts of local women in the 1860s who gathered in the State Capitol rotunda to sew quilts, socks and bandages to send to soldiers fighting the Civil War, the Capitol will host “Piecing Past and Present: Civil War Quilts and Quilts of Valor” a quilt program with textile conservator and historian [...]
August 19, 2011 – 9:40 am
Raleigh, N.C. (August 18, 2011) — North Carolina poets will mark the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by sharing works written in response to the national tragedy on the blog, NCArtsEveryday.org. Poems will be posted daily through Sept. 11 by more than 15 of the state’s most notable poets, including N.C. Poet Laureate [...]