When Are We Us?
Commemorating the US 250th Anniversary
DON’T MISS THE TRAVELING EXHIBIT
When Are We Us? commemorates the US 250th anniversary, delving into the history of immigration, integration, fundamental rights, emancipation, and voting in North Carolina.
TRAVELING EXHBIT
When Are We Us?
OPEN: Monday–Saturday | 10:00am–4:00pm | April 18–May 30
LOCATION: Crooked Corners Cabin on the CHS Campus
COST: Free and open to the public
Whether you’ve called North Carolina home your whole life or are a recent addition to its vibrant landscape, you make our great state what it is. Join us as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 by better understanding North Carolina’s history and working together to shape our future in a way that builds on our unique contributions and collective strengths.
The When Are We US? exhibit is a thought-provoking approach to commemorating the US 250th anniversary that delves into the history of immigration, integration, fundamental rights, emancipation, and voting in North Carolina. This exhibit, funded by the National Historical Publications & Records Commission, features North Carolina stories through select documents, images, and recordings found in repositories across the state and beyond.
Exhibit preview…