NC Names Highway for Historian Darrell M. Collins
The North Carolina Department of Transportation adopted a resolution naming a five-mile highway in honor of the longtime Wright Brothers National Memorial historian.
North Carolina Culture News
For readers in North Carolina, this page covers cultural identity, community traditions and the social forces shaping the state. Coverage includes arts, local heritage and the movements that influence how people see themselves and their neighbors.
Native American
USET Welcomes Lumbee Tribe as Member
The United South and Eastern Tribes formally admitted the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina during its Fall Conference in Williamsburg, Virginia.
African-American
Live Poll
Should colleges sell valuable artworks to fund their financial needs?
Bennett College to Sell Aaron Douglas Painting
The historically Black women's college will auction its 1931 "Harriet Tubman" painting at Sotheby's in New York on November 18.
Awards
Live Poll
Do you plan to nominate an outstanding volunteer in your community for an award?
North Carolina to Open Governor's Service Award Nominations
The nomination window for volunteer recognition across the state officially begins on November 2, 2026.
Women’s Issues
Live Poll
Do you support the continued use of capital punishment by state governments?
Two Women Remain on North Carolina Death Row
North Carolina currently holds two women among its 122 total death row inmates at the Raleigh prison.
More in Culture
Day to day, that means the growth of regional festivals, shifts in community demographics, the influence of state arts institutions and the evolution of local traditions. Reporting spans from the mountains to the coast, following the cultural threads that connect different populations. Because the state has distinct regional identities, specific cultural practices often remain tied to very localized settings. Shifts in generational attitudes and the influence of new residents on long-standing customs serve as the primary drivers of these stories.