The Community Impact Film Series is a quarterly series at The Independent Picture House. The event is completely free and includes a film screening, panel discussion, resource fair, and volunteer opportunities. The November 9 event begins at 11am and will include: Film Screenings & Panel Discussion (screening begins at 12pm) ROOTED FOR THE FUTURE (8 min.) […]
North Carolina Humanities is partnering with PBS North Carolina to create and distribute educational and professional development resources for 8th – 12th grade students and teachers in support of the documentary film, American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (formerly referred to as "Insurrection 1898"). The documentary has a national release date of November 12, 2024. The film […]
You're invited to join us for a timely and thought-provoking evening with legendary New Yorker staff writer Adam Gopnik, as he explores the election results and one of the most pressing questions of our time: Is Liberal Democracy Viable in the 21st Century? On November 14, Gopnik will visit The Charlotte Center to delve into the challenges and […]
Learn about the history of Voting Rights in North Carolina in a talk by Professors Jim Leloudis and Robert Korstad on their book Fragile Democracy as part of the Voices & Votes Exhibition. Voices and Votes is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and the North Carolina Humanities.
Decorate a gingerbread house inspired by Raleigh’s historic sites! This family-friendly program will take you to two historic locations in Raleigh. Meet at Fred Fletcher Park and take a trolley ride to Latta University Historic Park to explore its history. Then, ride the trolley back to Borden Building at Fletcher Park to build your own […]
A free, family-friendly story time event. Free books, hot chocolate, sweets, songs, crafts and chocolates. Come meet local children's book authors, Wayne and Kimberly Pitts, Rebecca Camila Villacis, Luke Vangergriff and more!
Join us in Winston-Salem to experience the joy of Christmas carols and ballet! This live performance featuring two original ballets by Winston-Salem native, Claire Kretzschmar is perfect for families and friends to leap into the holiday spirit. Don't miss out on this special occasion to celebrate the season with beautiful music and dancing. Get your […]
Bring your lunch to the City of Raleigh Museum and enjoy a free presentation on Charles N. Hunter (1852–1931), nicknamed the "Booker T. Washington of North Carolina." Hunter was a highly accomplished man in his time despite the Jim Crow laws that disenfranchised African Americans across the south. This talk will be presented by Hazel […]
Join us for a hot breakfast while learning about Anna Julia Cooper, an advocate for women’s rights, education, and civil rights. Lecture presented by Dr. Shirley Moody-Turner costs $20 each. This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org
Travel back in time to see United States Colored Troops and allies as they tell stories of real-life Black soldiers and their lives in the camps and the front lines. Event is free. This program is supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, www.nchumanities.org
During this afternoon of conversation and music we will delve into the evolution of opera and its place in the contemporary world. Featuring a panel of experts from the NC Opera, The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle, and musicologists from UNC, this seminar will explore how the artform has changed and who opera speaks to […]
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