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Man and child observing an old train at the N.C. Transportation Museum
Buildings With New Lives

Once mills and factories, these buildings from NC’s manufacturing heyday have become cool venues for creatives, fun-seekers, foodies and history buffs.

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3 people walking through the glowing yellow light of hanging lanterns at NC Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary, NC.

Central NC events & festivals

Winter’s food fests, brews and beats hit different in the Piedmont.

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