Learn about the Third Ward, one of Raleigh's historic Black neighborhoods, on the African American Third Ward Walking Tour. The tours leaves from the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC. Located by Shaw University, the Third Ward was a thriving community of culture, enterprise, and education. This tour is free, but registration is highly encouraged. See available dates … [Read more...] about Free African American Walking Tour in Raleigh’s Third Ward
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Free mill heritage tours at Historic Yates Mill County Park
Historic Yates Mill County Park, at 6420 Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, is a 174-acre wildlife refuge and an environmental research center. The centerpiece is the Historic Yates Mill, which is the last operable water-powered gristmill in Wake County. The mill is on the National Register of Historic Places and was restored to working order in 2005. Admission to the park is free. Tours of … [Read more...] about Free mill heritage tours at Historic Yates Mill County Park
Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours every Saturday
The Historic Raleigh Trolley takes visitor through Downtown Raleigh to see historic sites and landmarks and to learn about the community and culture of Raleigh since its founding in 1792. On Saturdays from March to December, the trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street. Tours start at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $6 for youth … [Read more...] about Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours every Saturday
Juneteenth Events at Stagville (and more)
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African American … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Events at Stagville (and more)
“Stargazing with Sagan” at West Point on the Eno May 9
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Several historic buildings are available to tour, including: The historic buildings are open and … [Read more...] about “Stargazing with Sagan” at West Point on the Eno May 9
Free walking tours of Chapel Hill
Whether you're new to the Triangle or a long-timer, check out these free walking tours of Chapel Hill. They take place on many Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The start time can differ, and the schedule changes throughout the year. There may be tours on some other days as well. Each tour is about an hour and twenty minutes. Make sure to check the schedule online to see which days the … [Read more...] about Free walking tours of Chapel Hill
One Day Only — Tour “Raleigh’s Secret Garden,” The Isabelle Bowen Henderson House & Gardens March 30
For one day only, tour the Isabelle Bowen Henderson House & Gardens. This tour, presented by Preservation NC and Friends of Oberlin Village, takes place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets are $15. Children 12 and under are free with an adult. This property is on the National Register of Historic Places, is a Raleigh Historic Landmark, and is a recipient of the … [Read more...] about One Day Only — Tour “Raleigh’s Secret Garden,” The Isabelle Bowen Henderson House & Gardens March 30
Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh March 29
All aboard the Historic Raleigh Trolley for a special Women's History tour! This special tour on the Historic Raleigh Trolley will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at these times: Please keep in mind that tickets always go quickly for special tours with the Historic Raleigh Trolley. Tickets are $12 per person. Register for one of the time slots here. The Historic Raleigh Trolley … [Read more...] about Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh March 29
Black History Trolley Tour March 2
Black History Trolley Tour Celebrate Raleigh's Black history on special trolley tours highlighting the downtown area's African American heritage. The tours take place Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $15. The tours begin at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, NC, and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic … [Read more...] about Black History Trolley Tour March 2
“We’ve Always Been Out There” — Free Civil Rights Walking Tour at NC State Capitol in February
The North Carolina State Capitol is hosting a free weekly walking tour, We've Always Been Out There. It will focus on the history of protest and civil rights in Raleigh. The tour takes place every Friday in February, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The tour will cover most of the 20th century and include discussion of the Temperance Movement, the Women’s Suffrage Movement, the Civil Rights … [Read more...] about “We’ve Always Been Out There” — Free Civil Rights Walking Tour at NC State Capitol in February
