Events Places to Visit Travel Guides America’s Story on NC Highway 17 Road Trip! Many locations along North Carolina’s historic coast have played a significant role in the story of our country. Travels with Darley This "Revolutionary Road Trip" across North Carolina takes you through Colonial and Revolutionary War history, Civil War stories, and regional cuisines. Journey Through Revolutionary NC Your essential guide to exploring North Carolina’s pivotal role in America’s fight for independence. A Day in Historic Edenton Explore the themes of freedom and resilience through more than 300 years of history in this former colonial capital. Things to Do: Historic Halifax Historic Halifax takes you through many eras of American history, highlighting the idea of freedom from different perspectives. Things to Do: Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson Just 22 miles south of Wilmington, there is a hidden gem covering centuries of American history.