Apex, NC, is celebrating its sesquicentennial -- its 150th birthday -- this year in 2023. The town is celebrating all year. Learn about Apex's history and the special events at apex150.com. One of the signature events will be Party in the Peak, which takes place Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. This free event, which … [Read more...] about Apex 150 Party in the Peak
Learning
One Day Wonder: See NC Constitution in Cary Sep 22
The State Archives of NC is presenting the One Day Wonder exhibit at Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina, on Friday, September 22, 2023. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visit the Page-Walker for free and see the North Carolina State Constitution of 1776, as well as other foundational documents from the State Archives. Hosts in colonial costume will greet … [Read more...] about One Day Wonder: See NC Constitution in Cary Sep 22
Hillsborough Halloween Spirit Tours Oct 27-28
Hillsborough, the oldest town in the Triangle, is haunted! Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and The Orange Community Players for the annual Spirits Tour through the historic district to encounter these ghostly residents! This fun and dramatic tour will bring you face-to-face with Hillsborough's past. Come face to face with ghostly residents to hear the chilling tales of … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Halloween Spirit Tours Oct 27-28
One Day University live event in Raleigh: Free tickets
For many years, One Day University has brought the nation’s greatest professors to cities across the country to present their most compelling lectures. These wildly popular events typically feature three professors from top schools, giving talks on history, psychology, art, politics, science, and more. Attendees have the opportunity to “go back to college for just one day” - taking only the fun … [Read more...] about One Day University live event in Raleigh: Free tickets
Historic Russell School: Movie on the Lawn, and Tour
Historic Russell School, 2001 Saint Marys Road, Hillsborough, is presenting a free event in September. Read on for the details about this event, as well as some information about this historic building. The Russell School is the last remaining Rosenwald School in Durham County. Rosenwald Schools were built in the early 20th century during a time when segregation prohibited black … [Read more...] about Historic Russell School: Movie on the Lawn, and Tour
Eno River Herpetology Outing at Occoneechee Speedway Trail
Join the Tri-County Conservationists chapter of NCWF for an outing on the Eno River. The Tri-County Conservationists represent Alamance, Chatham and Orange Counties. This free event takes place on Sunday, September 3, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the Occoneechee Speedway Trailhead, 320 Elizabeth Brady Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina. Please register here. The group will be … [Read more...] about Eno River Herpetology Outing at Occoneechee Speedway Trail
Cary’s Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary’s History Aug 27 (pay what you want)
On Sunday, August 27, 2023, The City Doctor Productions is presenting Cary's Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary's History. This event takes place at the old library site, 310 S Academy Street, Cary, NC, at 5:30 p.m. Pay what you want -- cash or Venmo only. This is a glimpse into Cary's Colorful History from The City Doctor Productions. Go off the beaten path of Cary's history where you … [Read more...] about Cary’s Comedies: Amusing Tales from Cary’s History Aug 27 (pay what you want)
Historic Houses on the Move — free lectures in Cary
Friends of the Page Walker Hotel presents Historic Houses on the Move, a series highlighting local historic properties recently moved from their original sites for preservation. Learn about the history surrounding these well-loved local landmarks. These are free events that take place at Cary Regional Library, 315 Kildaire Far Road, Cary, NC. Registration is requested. Follow the links below … [Read more...] about Historic Houses on the Move — free lectures in Cary
Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, NC, is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. All the events are free and open to the public, with no registration required. The events are sponsored by the Durham Library Foundation. The celebration features take & make instruments, music of the Black Diaspora, an author … [Read more...] about Celebrate Juneteenth at Durham County Library June 15
Tobacco Road Tours
Tobacco Road Tours is offering free walking tours in Raleigh and Durham every weekend. These tours are 90 minutes long. Registration is required. Although they are free, tips are accepted and appreciated. $15 or $20 per adult is a typical tip. They also offer reasonably priced ghost tours. If you have questions about anything, including the tour's safety measures during this time, please … [Read more...] about Tobacco Road Tours
