Cary, NC — Every day, historical artifacts, documents and stories filled with clues into the past are accidentally thrown away. This is the story of Jimmy Gibbs, a man who recognized the value of his great-grandfather’s historical treasures and risked his life to save them. Read more
Editor’s Note: Many thanks to Kris Carmichael and Jimmy Gibbs for their help with this story.
Cary, NC — I sat down with Jimmy Gibbs to hear more about his great grandfather, Reverend J. W. Meadows, a leading minister for Cary’s African American community in the early 1900’s. Read more
Cary, NC — I learned more about the Page-Walker Arts & History Center‘s incredible history – and met some special people – at their 30th anniversary event on Sunday, August 9, 2015. Read more
Cary, NC — Did you know that Cary used to be known as the “Gourd Capital of the World?” I talked to Kris Carmichael from Page-Walker to learn more about this odd piece of history. Read more
Cary, NC — On Friday, May 15, 2015, I visited the Upchurch Farm. While I was there, Mrs. Upchurch took me on a tour of her antique treasures from days long ago. Read more
Durham, NC — 150 years ago, the American Civil War came to an end at a small farm on the outskirts of Durham. Here’s what it might have looked like. Read more
Morrisville, NC — On Saturday, April 18, 2015, the Town of Morrisville remembered its history in the Civil War with reenactments, costumes, music and stories. Photographer Brooke Meyer captured some striking photos of the day’s festivities. Read more
Raleigh, NC — On Saturday, May 2, 2015, the North Carolina Museum of History will host its first-ever Longleaf Film Festival, which will showcase some of the best on-screen historical and contemporary stories about the state, the country and the world. Read more
Morrisville, NC — This Saturday, April 18, 2015, Morrisville will hold a 150th Civil War Commemoration to both entertain the community and teach citizens about the town’s history. Read more