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Events
History and whiskey combine in unique tasting event
The Charlotte Museum of History is hosting its annual Twelfth Night event, celebrating the state’s history of distilling spirits.
December 20, 2024 12:36 PM
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Maria Adnado
The glass Firebird sculpture is 17 feet tall and stands outside the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Uptown Charlotte.
Culture
Unwrap these 3 gifts given to Charlotte
These gifts given to Charlotte are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 16, 2024
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Staff
A dusting of snow covers the roads and hills adjacent to the Uptown Charlotte skyline.
Weather
The history of snow in Charlotte
Bundle up for a story on the biggest snow storms to chill the Queen City.
December 13, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A map of Charlotte with red pins at distinguished locations.
Culture
Which locations around Charlotte deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Charlotte?
November 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The exterior of The Dunhill Hotel in daylight.
Tourism and Hospitality
Historic hotel celebrates 95 years in Uptown
The Dunhill Hotel is hosting several events to celebrate its historic standing among a growing landscape.
November 12, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A lit yet rundown interior of a vacant theatre space.
City
Touring paranormal destinations in Charlotte
From historical cemeteries to haunted hotels, stories of paranormal activity abound across the Queen City.
October 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A giant monitor reading "Sullenberger Aviation Museum" hangs over the US Airways flight inside a former airport hanger.
Play
On exhibit: Charlotte’s must-see museums
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these museums in Charlotte have it all.
October 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A GIF of six photos of musicians that vary in color and black and white.
Music
Charlottean among artists to be inducted into NC Music Hall of Fame
The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame will host an induction ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 17.
October 11, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.
Live
Unwritten rules of Charlotte, NC
Tell us you’re from the Queen City without telling us you’re from the Queen City.
October 1, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A group of people lined up in renaissance festival attire.
Festivals
The Carolina Renaissance Festival returns to Huntersville
Prepare to feast at the annual Renaissance Festival transporting visitors to a time of medieval mayhem.
October 1, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Wine glasses placed on a table with the Uptown skyline in a window in the background.
City
Charlotte City Club takes elegance and community to new heights
Uptown Charlotte’s only private members’ club seeks new members while keeping with classic traditions.
September 10, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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