Developed in partnership with the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, this series follows the creation of public art projects across the state that honor the diverse people of North Carolina and their often untold stories of progress, creativity and resilience.
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Stitching Stories Reimagined: Arise Collective
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A quilt made at the NC Correctional Institution for Women inspires new art installations in Raleigh. (12m 53s)
Representation Through Art: The Hope Center of Hendersonville
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Public art in Hendersonville, NC, brings visibility to the stories of adults with disabilities. (14m 22s)
Viva La Vida: City of Washington
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A powerful mural celebrates Latino heritage and unity in the heart of Washington, NC. (11m 50s)
Sarah Keys Evans—Closing the Circle
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A mural in Roanoke Rapids celebrates a young Black woman who fought against segregation. (14m 55s)
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In Rowan County, audio-enabled benches highlight diverse communities through storytelling. (9m 4s)
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Public art in Winston-Salem highlights a Black community and a landmark hospital’s legacy. (9m 22s)
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A mobile sculpture that shares stories of migrant farmworkers in Eastern North Carolina. (16m 27s)
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Murals in Hollister highlight the achievements of the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe. (15m 13s)
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Photo installations in Rocky Mount showcase the positive narratives of Black men. (10m 25s)
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In Hickory, a sculptural archway and mural honor a legendary football team. (8m 32s)
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A Robbinsville mural celebrates the women and voices of the Snowbird Cherokee community. (15m 20s)
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A community mural depicts the hopes of Latino immigrants in Durham. (8m 53s)
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A sculpture honors the US Colored Troops, which won a crucial Union victory in Wilmington. (16m 38s)
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