Special Sites

The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources

(http://www.ncdcr.gov/) preserves and promotes the state’s cultural heritage.  Programs of interest include:

State Historic Preservation Office

(http://www.hpo.ncdcr.gov/) – provides assistance in identifying and protecting historic properties and other cultural sites in the state.

Office of the State Archaeologist

(http://www.archaeology.ncdcr.gov/) – works to protect and preserve archaeological sites and objects, including human burial sites. 

State Archives

(http://www.archives.ncdcr.gov/default.htm) – identifies, preserves, and makes accessible records (such as census records, military records, family histories, and various county, state and federal records) and other documents that can help you research your special sites. 

My Land Plan

Learn to identify and protect special sites on your property.