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Elizabeth City, NC leads us into the 2024 Jazz Festival Season African-American musicians in New Orleans led the way in the development of Jazz between the 1890s and early 1900s. Jazz has grown in popularity all over the world. Elizabeth City, NC will host the Max Roach Centennial...

Visa Requirement For Americans Entering Brazil Extended To April - The Brasilians According to the Correio da Manhã newspaper, the Brazilian Federal Government has decided to postpone to April 10th the return of visa requirements for Americans, Canadians and Australians visiting Brazil […]

Day 2 of Kwanzaa travel

First Day of Kwanzaa Umoja (Unity) On this day, light the sole black candle in the Kinara, in honor of Unity. On this day we pledge to strive for and maintain unity in the family and community.

Happy Kwanzaa Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga with the objective of reaffirming and restoring African heritage and culture into the lives of African-Americans. The ceremonial practices during the Kwanzaa season, whi...

Motown Christmas Tribute Show at GTS Theater, Myrtle Beach Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturday evenings.

North Carolina Seafood Festival, October 6-8, Morehead City, NC travel

Brazil Is Bringing Back Visa Requirements for US Travelers Beginning October 1, U.S. travelers headed to Brazil will need to apply for a digital visa and receive a valid visa document from the Brazilian government before being granted entry to the South American destination.

Brazil to Require Visa for Americans Starting October 1, 2023 Brazil will again requiring travelers from the United States, Canada, Australia and Japan to complete an entry v | Brazil will again requiring travelers from the U.S., Canada, Australia and Japan to complete an entry visa for travel to the country. Read more here.

Durham - A Focus During the Civil Rights Movement The first notable dining sit-in occurred at Durham's Royal Ice Cream parlor on June 23, 1957, which was located at Roxboro and Dowd streets. Shortly after the sit-in, Dr. Martin Luther King visited historic White Rock B...

Gullah Geechee Culture The Gullah Geechee people predominantly live in the Lowcountry regions extending from the Cape Fear Region of North Carolina, down through South Carolina and Georgia, and ending around Jacksonville, Florida. The Gullah G...

NC Black Heritage Tour travel

Black History - Events and Festivals Celebrate Black History throughout the Diaspora

Coastal Carolinas - Aquariums and Museums The South Carolina Aquarium is located on the scenic Charleston Harbor, where you can learn about the green moray eels, sea horses and many other sea creatures. For more adventure, visit Myrtle Beach’s Ripley’s Aquarium ...

Port Cities Offer Endless Activities The port cities of Charleston, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina are homes to a wide range of aquariums, museums and events. The rich histories of both cities and surrounding towns provide historical and envi...

Wilmington, NC - Historic Homes Wilmington offers a wide range of homes that showcase the Revolutionary, Victorian and Antebellum eras. Tour the Latimore House where you can see an Italianate Revival home that includes living quarters and gardens.

Charleston - National Monuments Charleston offers a wide range of historic sites. Take a 30-minute boat ride to Fort Sumter National Monument. The Battle of Fort Sumter began the American Civil War.

Port Cities of the Carolinas Charleston, South Carolina and Wilmington, North Carolina offer endless opportunities to explore history, landmarks, homes, cultures, museums and events. Additionally, each is located near beautiful beaches, islands, and...

Protect Our Eco-Systems Healthy eco-systems support nature-based activities and hobbies like birdwatching, turtle watching, shelling, kayaking, canoeing, and crabbing.

Eco-Tourism - Barrier Islands Protect our Eco-Systems

Update on Timing of Opening of the International African American Museum - International African American Museum Due to challenges regarding the building’s humidity and temperature controls, The International African American Museum has made the difficult decision to postpone its opening. Museums require extremely stringent humidity controls in order to display the most sensitive of items for extended period...

2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina In North Carolina, there is a trail for everyone. We have trails to walk, pedal, paddle, and ride. Exploring the trails allows you to see the beauty of North Carolina, up close and personal.

Community Based Tourism Agritourism, Wineries and Breweries Agritourism also includes wineries and breweries. Learn what it takes to make a vineyard flourish and to harvest hops. North Carolina has over 200 wineries, and breweries are becoming popular throughout the state. Many t...

Community Based Tourism - Farm to Table/Farm to Fork It is a Win/Win. Farm to Table and Farm to Fork greatly benefit the community. By buying from the local farmer, you strengthen the local economy and community. Also, local Chefs and Restaurants are able to serve foods ...

100 of the Biggest Events and Festivals in Raleigh, N.C., in 2023 A year full of major festivals and celebrations lies ahead in Raleigh, N.C.! These events serve an important purpose—they mark history and sense of pride, plus they showcase talent, creativity and culture, delicious foods and beverages (and some surprises, too!). Make plans now to spend a day or a...

Community Based Tourism - Agritourism/Agribusiness Agriculture producers both serve our tables and our community-based tourism industry by exposing us to working farms through farm tours, and hosting events and activities. Support your local farmers and help your commun...

Community Based Tourism Local Seafood. The Restaurant A key part of distribution in the Local Seafood Industry is the Restaurant. Along the coast of the Carolinas, many restaurants participate in the distribution process by selling the fresh seafood caught by local fisherm...

Community Based Tourism Local Seafood The seafood supply chain starts with the fishermen and fisherwomen. Many of them in North Carolina have developed their fishing expertise into small businesses. A step in the supply chain is the local Fish House, which...