National North Carolina Day 2023: Date, History, Facts, Activities

National North Carolina Day is on September 28, and we want every North Carolina resident to make it a memorable occasion. North Carolina is just as powerful and prosperous as Florida and California, despite having a lower population density. Did you know that North Carolina is the birthplace of many globally successful retail chains, including Pepsi and Krispy Kreme? North Carolina’s University of North Carolina is the earliest public university in the country. It is time to exult in North Carolina’s accomplishments.

The background of National North Carolina Day

A state with numerous accomplishments, such as generating the most Nobel laureates in the United States, being the site of the Wright brothers’ first flight test, and joining the Union as the 12th state, deserves recognition. Therefore, in the early 20th century, a proposition was made in North Carolina’s public schools to designate a day that would “awaken proper pride in the state’s history.”

The recommendation was also intended to reduce illiteracy in North Carolina by promoting the free public education system. After the Civil War, illiteracy became widespread due to a lack of interest in levying taxes to enhance education. Additionally, state officials in North Carolina established a Literary and Historical Association to promote cultural interests among the unaffiliated.

Each year, schools distributed booklets to students detailing a distinct aspect of North Carolina’s history. The day begins with the chanting of “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee,” followed by recitations about DeGraffenried’s colony in New Bern, the Cary Rebellion, the death of John Lawson, early education in the region, and fishing in eastern North Carolina. The finale of the program is a performance of the tune ‘The Old North State.’

Today, residents and tourists alike commemorate National North Carolina Day at major attractions that serve barbecue.

North Carolina Day Quotes, Messages and Wishes

Activities on National North Carolina Day

Attend a Symphony Orchestra Concert

Visit the Symphony Orchestra for awe-inspiring patriotic music. Additionally, on North Carolina Day, they provide a free concert in Festival Park.

Participate in the state’s celebrations in Southport and Oak Island

Since 1792, all national celebrations have been held here. On North Carolina Day, the island is transformed into a fair with pyrotechnics and more than 100 art booths.

Explore one of the pristine lakes by watercraft.

North Carolina is only what it is today due to its natural reserves, which include forests, hills, and lakes. A romantic date would consist of savoring a drink while boating with a significant other.

5 North Carolina facts that will blow your mind

The city of Murphy, North Carolina has the largest ten commandments engraved on its lawn.

North Carolina is attempting to designate the sweet potato as the state vegetable because of its extraordinary sweet potato production.

Tar, pitch, and turpentine were once extracted from pine trees; this tar helped the state during the Revolutionary War by slowing the British army.

As abundant timber grows in the state, it is the largest furniture producer in the globe.

The Biltmore Estate contains approximately 250 accommodations.

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