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See North Carolina as never before! Whether visitor, recently relocated or longtime Tar Heel, UNC-TV brings more of our state home to you, to discover and to love. Inspired by the pages of Our State magazine, UNC-TV’s new half-hour monthly series, Our State , takes you down-home in North Carolina for an in-depth look at the people and places that make our state great! Compelling stories, stunning digital videography and thoughtful narration take you beneath the surface, providing answers to the hows and whys of all things Our State . Our State is produced by UNC-TV in partnership with Our State magazine and generously underwritten by BB&T.
Episode 101
Edenton—Francis Inglis relates a bit of the history of Cupola House and this charming colonial town.
Bonsai—Discover the amazing art of bonsai and the collection at the NC Arboretum in Asheville.
Balloons—Take a ride into the sky at the annual National Hot Air Balloon Rally in Statesville.
NC Images: Fall Splendor—Enjoy fall colors in our state’s mountains.
Episode 102
Jon Kuhn Glass—Enjoy a fascinating profile of this world-renowned laminated glass artist, including a visit to his exhibit at Charlotte’s Mint Museum and a look inside his Winston-Salem studio.
Grove Arcade—Visit the nation’s first mall as this historic Asheville building returns to its roots.
Grist for the Mill—Experience centuries old technology still at work in our state’s Appalachian mountains.
NC Images: Shackleford Ponies—The wild horses on Shackleford Banks still run free.
Episode 103
To the Stars & Beyond—Explore how a NASA tracking station transformed into an astronomical institute.
Going Home—Come along for a Portsmouth Island homecoming.
Fences: A Video Essay—See how all sorts of fences can offer artistic perspectives.
NC Images: An Appalachian Winter—Enjoy a winter snow in our state’s mountains.
Episode 104
The Tannenberg-Witness the restoration of Old Salem's historic organ.
Bland Simpson-Follow the misadventures of Durant's Kayaker from this Tar Heel troubadour.
NC Images: Birds of Mattamuskeet -Winged winter flocks gather at Mattamuskeet.
Episode 105
Mountain Ramp Festival -Visit to an authentic Ramp Festival in Robbinsville.
Waterfalls-Explore western North Carolina's waterfalls with Kevin Adams.
Etta Baker-Meet a North Carolina treasure, still playing her blues guitar.
Episode 106
Voyage of the Periauger -Chart a colonial workboat's construction, and its Beaufort to Hertford journey.
Tar Heel Towns: Sylva -Main Street restoration efforts reflect a mountain town's spirit and flavor.
Wildflower Festival -Join the Great Smoky Mountains National Park's annual wildflower pilgrimage.
Episode 107
NC Lighthouses—Visit our state’s brightest beacons.
Tar Heel Wineries—Sample the wine industry in North Carolina.
All About Kudzu—Can this wily vine be good for anything?
Episode 108
Striking Gold—Discover how our state was once the leading gold producer in the US.
Tar Heel Towns: Warrenton—Explore the charms of this Tar Heel town.
NC Images: Carolina Quilts—A handmade quilt is a treasure indeed.
Episode 109
Fort Macon—Come see why over one million people each year flock to Fort Macon State Park.
Ben Long Frescoes—Examine this world-renowned artist's amazing and inspiring creations.
Peaches and Cream—Find fresh peaches and homemade peach ice cream with DG Martin.
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