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Beyond the Box: North Carolina

Welcome to Your North Carolina Adventure!

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Get ready to go beyond the box with Celebrate States. Here you'll find even more ways to explore, learn, and celebrate the great state of North Carolina—all from the comfort of your home. Whether you're looking to expand your homeschool curriculum, plan your next road trip, or simply satisfy your curiosity, this page is packed with fun, fascinating, and educational content.

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🧠 Downloadable Worksheets

Expand your learning with fun and educational printables. Click here to download the North Carolina Worksheets.

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🌟 Famous People from North Carolina

  • Michael Jordan – Basketball legend, born in Brooklyn but raised in Wilmington, NC.

  • Ava Gardner – Golden age film star from Smithfield.

  • James Taylor – Singer-songwriter who spent much of his childhood in Chapel Hill.

  • Andy Griffith – Actor and comedian from Mount Airy, the inspiration for "Mayberry."

  • Maya Angelou – World-renowned author and poet who lived much of her life in Winston-Salem.

  • Zach Galifianakis – Comedian and actor, born in Wilkesboro.

  • J. Cole – Grammy-winning rapper and producer from Fayetteville.​

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🎬 Movies and TV Shows Set or Filmed in NC

  • The Hunger Games – Filmed in Asheville and Charlotte.

  • Dirty Dancing – Filmed at Lake Lure.

  • Dawson’s Creek – Set and filmed in Wilmington.

  • One Tree Hill – Also filmed in Wilmington.

  • The Notebook – Filmed throughout the Charleston and Edenton areas.

  • Nights in Rodanthe – Filmed on the Outer Banks.​

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📚 Authors from North Carolina

  • Nicholas Sparks – Known for The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, and more.

  • Thomas Wolfe – Author of Look Homeward, Angel, born in Asheville.

  • David Sedaris – Humorist and essayist, raised in Raleigh.

  • Charles Frazier – Wrote Cold Mountain, a Civil War-era novel set in NC.

  • Maya Angelou – (Again worth noting here)​

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🌊 State Parks and Natural Wonders

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park – One of the most visited parks in the U.S.

  • Blue Ridge Parkway – Scenic drive through the Appalachian Highlands.

  • Cape Hatteras National Seashore – Beautiful coastline and historic lighthouses.

  • Pisgah National Forest – Waterfalls, trails, and outdoor adventures.

  • Linville Gorge – Known as the "Grand Canyon of the East."

  • Jockey's Ridge – The tallest sand dune system on the East Coast.​

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🏛️ Historical Landmarks & Monuments

  • Biltmore Estate – America’s largest privately owned home, located in Asheville.

  • Wright Brothers National Memorial – Celebrates the first flight in Kitty Hawk.

  • Tryon Palace – Restored colonial governor's mansion in New Bern.

  • Historic Bath – North Carolina's oldest town.

  • Old Salem – A living history museum in Winston-Salem.​

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🎙️ Watch & Learn

Experience the state with these educational and virtual resources:

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