On display through 2006

Built in the 1760s the Joel Lane House is the oldest home still standing in Raleigh. (Courtesy Office of Archives & History, Raleigh.)

Raleigh is fortunate to have a number of historically significant sites that help represent and interpret our city's past. These sites range from early Raleigh history to more modern times, from the specific stories of individuals to the general story of a particular group. Each site has an important story to share, one that contributes to our understanding of our past. When taken together, the richness of Raleigh's history is seen clearly and from many different perspectives.

The 1840 North Carolina State Capitol is the second statehouse to stand on Union Square. (Courtesy Office of Archives & History, Raleigh.)

This exhibit showcases Raleigh's local historic sites. Each one shares a unique story, helping us to better understand the city we know today. We invite you to celebrate the wonder of our past by visiting each of these sites, learning once again -- or for the first time -- about the rich historical legacy of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Yates Mill, which dates back to the 18th century, is being restored by Wake County to become an historic park. (Courtesy Historic Yates Mill County Park.)