North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Last month, 30 teachers from Wake County Public Schools spent two immersive days in Historic Halifax exploring “Freedom for All: Quests for Liberation in Halifax.” Thanks to America 250 NC Fellow Matt Scialdone and a grant from America 250 NC, these dedicated teachers experienced an enriching learning excursion! From a tour of Halifax's Underground Railroad Trail to a Friendship Dance at Magazine Spring, the workshop theme of "Freedom for All" was present at each moment. Big thanks to Historic Halifax, Roanoke Canal Museum, members of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe, and many community members for providing tours, info sessions, performances, and immersive experiences. Thanks to their efforts, our VIP teacher-guests left with a deep appreciation of this hallowed ground! #AmericanEducationWeek #NCLearningHappensHere #LearningHappensHere

Did you know that some North Carolina Historic Sites are intertwined with American Indian history? Town Creek Indian Bound, Historic Bath, Roanoke Island Festival Park, and Fort Dobbs highlight American Indian history and heritage to showcase American Indians deep connection to our state. Be sure to plan trips to these sites! Learn more about these historic sites with the 2024 American Indian Heritage Month toolkit: https://lnkd.in/edzy2kH2 Photo one: Historic Bath, Photo two: Roanoke Island Festival Park, Photo three: Fort Dobbs, Photo four: Town Creek Indian Mound.

Our 2024 North Carolina Burroughs Wellcome Fund regional Teachers of the Year and Wells Fargo regional Principals of the Year were honored by Governor Roy Cooper as part of the 2024 North Carolina Award Ceremony, Nov. 14 at the Raleigh Marriott City Center. The North Carolina Awards, the state’s highest honor, recognizes distinguished North Carolinians for significant lifetime achievements in the areas of fine arts, literature, public service and science. Established by the General Assembly in 1961, the first medals for the North Carolina Award were given in 1964. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the awards ceremony.

Now hiring: the Trails Program Manager for the NC Division of Parks and Recreation! If you enjoy planning and designing trails, then this position is for you. We are seeking an innovative Trails Program Manager to lead a team in coordinating statewide trail planning, design and construction efforts. This position is responsible for day-to-day program management, collaborating with program partners, managing grants and trail planning efforts, and supervising employees. This position will play an important role in making decisions on the future of outdoor recreation at North Carolina state parks and across the state. Apply today! Posting closes at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Apply today: https://bit.ly/4hW6RXu

On Monday, Governor Roy Cooper and his staff celebrated American Indian educators in North Carolina with a reception at the Executive Mansion as part of American Indian Heritage Month. The governor, alongside the American Indian Heritage Commission, recognized educators who represent American Indian tribes and communities across North Carolina with a certificate of appreciation honoring their hard work and dedication. Celebrations continue throughout the month, including the 29th annual American Indian Heritage Celebration beginning Friday, November 22nd. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e79yeZQe #NCLearningHappensHere #LearningHappensHere #AIHM

What a memorable evening! Congratulations to our 2024 Music Educator Award honorees—Nancy Kerner-Durling (Wake County), Adam Stewart (Buncombe County), and Anna Wade (Forsyth County)—who were recognized at Saturday night’s concert. Our music education programs would not be possible without the support of teachers around the state—thank you! Honorees receive monetary awards that are generously funded by the Jennie H. Wallace Music Educator Award Fund. Additional thanks to our lead education supporters North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Friends of Note, John William Pope Foundation, Truist, Wake County, MetLife, PNC Grow Up Great, Puffin Foundation West, Ltd, The Bastian Family Charitable Foundation, Anonymous, Anonymous Trust/ Simple Gifts Fund, Ron & Nancy McFarlane, and The Mildred Sheffield Wells Charitable Trust. Learn more about this year’s honorees and nominate a teacher for 2025: https://lnkd.in/e-TuHaE4

Join Jepson School professor and Native scholar David Wilkins at noon tomorrow at the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Building, 109 E. Jones St., Raleigh, for a discussion of the Indian Citizenship Act at 100. Or watch online at https://lnkd.in/e_uHfMWk. Hosted by the North Carolina American Indian Heritage Commission. #Native #Indigenous #IndianCitizenshipAct

A new $1 million program to help public schools access education trips to NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources sites across the state is now available as part of the “Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund”. Learn more and apply - https://lnkd.in/eyJvaBCE.

Join the NC American Indian Heritage Commission on Nov. 21, from 12–1:30 PM at the DNCR Building in Raleigh for an engaging discussion with Dr. David E. Wilkins. Dr. Wilkins will inform the audience of why the Indian Citizenship Act was passed in 1924 and the reaction it garnered from American Indian tribes across the nation. Now, 100 years later, Dr. Wilkins will examine its impact. ?? 109 E Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601 If you can’t attend in person, make sure to tune in to the live stream: https://lnkd.in/edNWAqW9

The NC Land and Water Fund Board of Trustees met in October and awarded grants to protect 13,750 acres across North Carolina, including 13,000+ acres for public recreation. The funds also support waterway restoration, historic sites, endangered species, innovative stormwater projects, and military buffers. Please note that these grant applications were reviewed prior to Hurricane Helene, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund is currently reviewing on-the-ground logistics of projects potentially impacted by the storm. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/etij2UaF