NC State Capitol

Behind the scenes twitterings by the historic site staff of the N.C. State Capitol

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Guess what?! We've re-opened to visitors after a year-long restoration. Come see us soon! https://t.co/cl1P4dsqY2

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Don't forget! Join us and @NC_Governor for the State Tree Lighting TONIGHT! Holiday🎶 starts at 5:30, ceremony at 6 pm! 🌲➡️🎄✨🎅 It's a jolly good time for all @ncculture
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[NCDA&CS @NCAgriculture]

The NC State Board of Elections has a resource for voters in areas impacted by Helene: https://t.co/qW2H77vWJI

Voters can also find helpful election information from county resources. Find the full list here: https://t.co/eaFDQdRREg

#WNCStrong #NCAgriculture #ncwx #HeleneReliefEfforts #Helene2024

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Thank you @NCPublicSafety! We are grateful to our State Capitol Police officers who keep our visitors and staff safe

[NC Public Safety @NCPublicSafety]

State Capitol Police officers are ready to welcome visitors back to the @ncstatecapitol, which reopened to the public this week for the first time since May of last year. We hope you make time to stop by to see this historic Raleigh landmark.

[NCDMVA @NCDMVA]

ICYMI: Here’s the video when @NCDMVA Sec. @GrierMartin read the names of 26 North Carolinians we lost on DDAY, during wreath laying ceremony along with French Congressman @cjweissberg & Honorary Consul of France @consulmcr at @ncstatecapitol on Jun 1📷https://t.co/XSQasrFwz3

[NCDMVA @NCDMVA]

This morning, @NCDMVA Secretary @GrierMartin joined French Congressman @cjweissberg & Honorary Consul of France @consulmcr in placing a wreath at the #WWII Memorial outside @ncstatecapitol .

26 North Carolinians died on #DDay, all their names were read in their honor. #DDay80

[Adrienne Samuels Gibbs @AdrienneWrites]

This is quite an amazing repository of North Carolina history. They named each enslaved man forced to build the state Capitol, and gave his history and the history of his enslaver.

I go to Raleigh often, and I always think about stuff like this. This whole project is unexpected

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Today we officially launch a new digital humanities project that names and shares the stories of the 130+ enslaved African American men who built, maintained, and worked in the NC State Capitol 1833-1865. We invite you to visit https://t.co/ybXfjkwSWZ #BlackHistoryMonth

[NC DNCR @ncculture]

Mark your calendars!

Dec. 2: Make a rustic outdoor decoration to feed the birds and squirrels on Capitol Square from 1- 3 p.m.

Dec. 7: The annual State Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony starts at 5:30 p.m.

Both of events are free! See you there!

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Tickets are still available for the State Capitol Foundation's Oyster Roast fundraiser on October 6! This event supports our education and restoration programs https://t.co/DIUTgLUD5s

[NC DNCR @ncculture]

This fall the North Carolina State Capitol will be hosting a series of walking tours centered on the history of protest and civil rights in downtown Raleigh. Sign up and get more information by visiting

https://t.co/hSaV98NCxh

Reminder: @ncstatecapitol is still closed.

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

🗣️Calling all teachers!! While we're closed for construction, we're offering virtual programs for students and community groups. Now booking for fall! Questions? Email Capitol tour coordinator Natalie Rodriguez, [email protected]

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That’s a great view! 👀

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Progress! ✨ Each piece of copper paneling is individually measured & fitted before workers carry the panels up to the roof. The seams are double crimped with a machine and by hand to make a water-tight seal
Video courtesy of Charlie Sarratt @SkySiteImages

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Such a great resource! Our team references this map quite often 📍

[SLNC Government & Heritage Library @ForEverythingNC]

#MapMonday: Shaffer's Outline Map of Raleigh, NC, 1888. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣The map shows buildings, railroads, points of interest, street names, and natural features. It also includes an illustration of the @ncstatecapitol. View the map at https://t.co/h1rgaETHZH.

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ICYMI! https://t.co/T41JPAvtV1

Some of this was filmed here in the historic House Chamber where Rep. Clement served

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There's no better way to spend #July4th! See you tomorrow

[NC DNCR @ncculture]

This 4th of July, a Raleigh tradition continues! The Capitol will host a ceremony that includes an outdoor naturalization for new citizens. It will begin on the south grounds at noon with a reading from the Declaration of Independence and a wreath laying, after a musical show.

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

The Capitol may be closed for construction, but the annual Independence Day event and naturalization ceremony is on! Join us on the south side of the grounds on #July4th. The Raleigh Concert Band kicks things off at 11:30, ceremony at noon 🇺🇸https://t.co/0MKs9xkFbM

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

The Capitol may be closed for construction, but the annual Independence Day event and naturalization ceremony is on! Join us on the south side of the grounds on #July4th. The Raleigh Concert Band kicks things off at 11:30, ceremony at noon 🇺🇸https://t.co/0MKs9xkFbM

[NC State Capitol @ncstatecapitol]

Today, we gratefully remember and honor the brave women and men who served and made the ultimate sacrifice to secure American freedom at home and abroad. #MemorialDay

📷: The NC Vietnam Veterans Memorial, State Capitol grounds. Dedicated 1987