Tag Archives: Historical Publications

New Book Celebrates Hope

January 28, 2008 – 4:00 pm

RALEIGH — On Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m., Mars Hill College will honor the publication of  “‘That Magnificent Army of Youth and Peace’: The Civilian Conservation Corps in North Carolina, 1933–1942,” by Dr. Harley E. Jolley, professor emeritus of history at the college.  The book celebrates preserving natural and human resources.

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History on a Stick

December 7, 2007 – 12:31 pm

RALEIGH — History on a stick. Tombstones on posts. History by the spoonful. The most recognizable sights along North Carolina’s roadways are the familiar cast-aluminum highway historical markers that commemorate Tar Heel people and events of statewide significance. In conjunction with the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources’ 2007 theme, “History Happens Here,” a new, revised […]

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Discover Craft NC Cards Debut

December 5, 2007 – 11:27 am

(RALEIGH) – Craft artists create works that are both utilitarian and beautiful, and the works of some of North Carolina’s best artisans are featured in new Discover Craft NC Knowledge Cards ™ recently released by the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources.

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