History

Visit The Magic of the Fourth Ward: A Journey Through Time and Culture at the Martin Marietta Center to learn more about this vibrant neighborhood destroyed by urban renewal.
Get your hats and mittens — it’s finally snow season in Raleigh. While the 919 isn’t known for its wintery weather, we’re holding out hope for some history-making snowfall soon.
Journey through local history and travel to another era by visiting these businesses, restaurants, and bars where time stands still.
We’re cracking open a time capsule thanks to the residents of Oak City.
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 18 museums in Raleigh have it all.
Do you recognize these landmarks in the City of Oaks?
Take our quiz to see how much you remember about Raleigh’s geography, and learn about three of our favorite transformations from over the years.
Moore Square has been a place of for Raleigh to gather and enjoy for over 225 years. Take a look into the past of how it came to be and what it’s become today.
Also known as Lady Edison, Beulah Louise Henry is credited with 100+ inventions and nearly 50 US patents for her inventions — and she’s Oak City born + raised.
These vintage valentines from Pope House Museum help us understand the lives of one of Raleigh’s most prominent African American families and our city’s history.
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Mayor Janet Cowell delivered the 2026 State of the City address at the City of Raleigh Museum on March 18 — here’s what you need to know from this year’s address.
This one-of-a-kind floral fundraiser is at the NC Museum of Art through Sunday, March 22.
Give your kiddos a summer filled with fun at these local summer camps.
Oscar Diaz, from Durham’s Little Bull and Aaktun, is one of 15 “cheftestants” on season 23 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” and we learned more about his favorite local spots at the Charlotte premiere.
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