Celebrating Roots: The New North Carolina Freedom Park
Designed by Phil Freelon, this new public space in downtown Raleigh honors the Black experience through words and sculpture.
Category: Arts & Culture
August 2023 Poem: How I Want to Love You
In this poem, a couple contemplates whether to continue with their relationship.
One More Game: The Lure of Pickleball
A pickleball enthusiast digs deep into his enthusiasm for the popular sport — and finds that what it really delivers is a sense of community.
Triumph in a Bridge: Matthew Steele’s Architectural Sculptures
This Charlotte artist celebrates the beauty of the manufactured world through his large-scale installations and public art works.
Chasing Leads: Who Gets to Tell Our Musical Stories?
The book Biography of a Phantom inspires a journalist to reflect on the ethics of researching musical history.
Nail Yeah! Crystal Clark’s Niche Design Medium
Over ten years, this local nail technician has built a loyal fan base with her creative, trend-forward designs.
Dirt Roots: Effie Underwood’s North Raleigh Garden
Over two decades, this wooded lot has been transformed with gravel pathways, sun and shade plantings, and unique artwork.
When Painting is a Practice: Meet Lamar Whidbee
Renowned artist Beverly McIver encouraged this NCCU grad to pivot from football to painting — today, he’s creating intimate, thoughtful work.
The Wish Book’s Final Chapter
Saying a fond farewell to Sears’ last North Carolina store, where this writer got his first bike and ogled mannequins.
The Art of Life: Painter Tom Ward
As his body started to deteriorate from ALS, this artist and former marine moved from Durham to Wilmington to live out his life by the beach.
The Sonny Side: Sonny Miles Hones His Unique Sound
This Winston-Salem native and NC State grad creates catchy music that draws from genres like soul, jazz, pop, rock and hip-hop.
A Lens on Raleigh: Matt Robinson’s Skyline Photos
For 23 years, this photographer has been taking pictures of Downtown Raleigh, capturing some iconic images of the City of Oaks.
20+ Things to Do in July 2023 In and Around Raleigh
Hello, July in Raleigh! Time for late sunsets, hot days, fireflies — and, of course, fireworks at Dix Park for Independence Day!
15+ Outdoor Concerts and Music Festivals to Enjoy This Summer
Take advantage of longer days and perfect North Carolina weather to enjoy these live music opportunities in Raleigh and the Triangle.