Translate Selecteer een taal▼ Search NC.gov MENU NC DNCR SEARCH » About Expand About The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources oversees the state’s resources for the arts, history, libraries and nature. We’re home to the state’s 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, two science museums, three aquariums and Jennette's Pier, 39 state parks and recreation areas, the N.C. Zoo, the N.C. Symphony, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, State Preservation Office, Office of State Archaeology, the African American Heritage Commission, and the Office of Land and Water Stewardship. Whether you’re looking to explore a state park, visit a museum exhibit, find a fun family event, or step back in time at an historic site, you’re at the right place! If you’re interested in discovering your family’s genealogy, exploring North Carolina history, or experiencing our state's rich natural beauty, we can help you with that too! Mission, Vision, and Values Agency Mission Statement Agency Mission Statement Our mission is to improve the quality of life in North Carolina by creating opportunities to experience excellence in the arts, history, libraries and nature in North Carolina by: stimulating learning inspiring creativity preserving the state’s history conserving the state’s natural heritage encouraging recreation and cultural heritage tourism promoting economic development Agency Vision Statement Agency Values Browse Our Divisions and Programs by Theme North Carolina Arts North Carolina's state art museums, symphony and arts council give all North Carolinians access to world-class arts experiences and fuel the state's creative economy. North Carolina History The North Carolina Office of Archives and History celebrates history from the pre-colonial times to the present and preserves North Carolina’s treasures and artifacts. North Carolina Libraries The State Library of North Carolina builds on the capacity of all libraries in North Carolina, and develops and supports access to traditional and online collections. North Carolina Nature North Carolina's state parks, aquariums, science museums and zoo preserve our state's natural treasures and give everyone the chance to discover them. Special Programs, Policy Initiatives and Related Organizations We also administer several programs, work with closely with several organizations and offers several services and resources that cut across these three programming areas or don't fit easily into one of these three buckets. Featured Programs Leadership Special Programs Support DCR How can we make this page better for you? Back to top Get Email Alerts Get the Latest Updates from across your Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Email Address: Contact Information North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources 109 E. Jones Street Mail Service Center 4601 Raleigh, NC 27601 (919) 814-6800 Recent Tweets Tweets by@ncculture Follow Us Facebook Twitter Instagram Flickr YouTube Pinterest Medium LinkedIn EMPLOYEE DIRECTORY ACCESSIBILITY TRANSLATION DISCLAIMER TERMS OF USE PRIVACY POLICY OPEN BUDGET TRAVEL POLICY