Our State

A casebook look is taken at how to coexist with nature on a barrier island system. "Old Baldie" is not just a beacon to tourists; it and the island it waches over bring inspiration to a special group of artists. Enthusiastic volunteers help a seldom seen nocturnal visitor to our coastal shores, loggerhead turtles.

The Grove Park Inn hosts an annual gingerbread house event. Billy Barnes tells the story of Cheerwine. Learn about a family business that collects sap from trees and creates syrup for your table.

Go behind the scenes of the company that has been making the ubiquitous yellow busses for several generations. Naturalist and storyteller Doug Elliot shares entertaining perspectives. Explore Cherokee language and culture as one of the primary areas within the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area.

Bland Simpson introduces us to Elizabeth City, his home town. See how Salem Stained Glass restores and creates dazzling arrays of windows for churches. Learn how longleaf pine needles emerged as a valuable North Carolina harvest.

Tweetsie Railroad is one of North Carolina's best-loved attractions. Silver Lining captures beach life with fresh eyes on every new canvas with plein air painter John Silver. Brasstown Dancers vibrantly interpret historic folk life.

Meet Allen de Hart, 'father' of the Mountains to Sea trail. Durham's Piedmont Wildlife Center and Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic help educate the public to the needs of wildlife. John Sipe creates finely crafted musical instruments.

Asheville glass artist Alex Gabriel Bernstein uses molten glass to create amazing forms and shapes. D.G. Martin visits the Orange County seat to enjoy its vibrant community and rich history. Bodie Island Lighthouse is getting a long awaited restoration so that visitors may once again climb this coastal landmark.