Record #:

566

Author(s):

Williamson, Sarah Denny

Abstract:

On the eve of a year-long celebration marking its founding in 1792, the capitol city looks back to commemorate its central role in the state's political and economic life.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 49 Issue 10, Oct 1991, p18-30, il

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Centennial celebrations, etc.

Record #:

1244

Author(s):

Arthur, Billy

Abstract:

Enhanced by Raleigh's first centennial celebration, the North Carolina State Fair of 1892 was \"the social event of the year.\"

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 5, Oct 1993, p10-13, por

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Centennial celebrations, etc.; North Carolina State Fair (Raleigh, 1892); Agricultural exhibitions

Record #:

29344

Author(s):

Casey, Lynn

Abstract:

North Carolina has ten outdoor dramas, more than any other state. The biggest assets of these open-air performances are music and spectacle. Among the most popular productions includes, The Lost Colony, North Carolina’s first modern outdoor drama in Dare County.

Source:

Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 9 Issue 5, May 1981, p43-46, il, por

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Centennial celebrations, etc.; Performing arts

Record #:

30906

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

In what was billed as the Third Continental Congress, Representatives from the original thirteen colonies met in Raleigh to discuss the upcoming American Bicentennial celebration. The next meeting of the group will meet in Virginia with the goal if forming a legally chartered organization.

Source:

Carolina Comments (NoCar F 251 C38), Vol. 19 Issue 3, May 1971, p41-42, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Centennial celebrations, etc.; North Carolina--History--Continental Congress