Goodnight Raleigh - a look at the art, architecture, history, and people of the city at night

Capitol Lights


(Capitol photographs by: Steve Wilcox)



The North Carolina Capitol building is a great place to visit during the day and at night. Under the lights it takes on a new appearance.
Did you know Edenton and New Bern were both once the capital of North Carolina before Raleigh? Read more fun facts at the state’s Capitol website.

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