America 250 NC at the NC State Fair

Visit the America 250 NC team at the State Fair to explore history exhibits and share stories.

Event: North Carolina State Fair When: October 15–25, 2026 Where: Dorton Arena The Revolution Continues... This October, visit the America 250 NC team at the North Carolina State Fair! Stop by Dorton Arena each day to explore 250+ years of North Carolina history, discover exhibits, learn how our state is continuing to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, and pick up some swag. Plus, chat with the America 250 NC team and share your own North Carolina stories! Other NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources teams you will see during the fair: North Carolina Research and Publications State Archives of North Carolina North Carolina State Parks and Recreation North Carolina Office of State Archaeology North Carolina Historic Sites North Carolina Museum of History North Carolina Zoo #LearningHappensHere and volunteers throughout DNCR helping to staff Dorton Arena!