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

Project: Homeless for the Holidays

Meet Will (above). For the next 6 days, he will be living out of his car to raise awareness for the homeless.

Read more »

‘Raleighwood’ Sign Appears on Hillsborough Street

A few months ago, some 1920s-era storefronts and an old rental house across from Cup-a-Joe on Hillsborough Street were knocked down. In their place, a gigantic mound of dirt was left. It’s been the subject of speculation amongst passersby and coffee shop patrons, but I don’t think anything has been publicly stated outlining exactly what the miniature mountain is all about.

When driving by last night, I noticed a blinking light from the top of the mound. Upon further inspection, I noticed a bit more.

Read more »

The (Sweet) Person Street Walking Tour

Corner of Jones and Person Streets

On the edge of where Oakwood brushes up against the various institutions of state government lies a beautiful and often overlooked part of Raleigh: North Person Street. The area is one of the oldest parts of the city, and likely has the most diverse array of Victorian architecture.

Read more »


Discuss Raleigh

  • Recent Comments:

    • JT: NC State 1970-1975. The PR was our bar without a doubt, Daryl’s the 2nd choice. Beers were 50 cents and...
    • Anthony Sozio: I’m currently the Assit Chief Engineer at WLFL/WRDC TV. Fascinating to see the origin of one of...
    • Brooks Alex: Affordable Chanel handbags online offer a timeless designer-inspired look with elegant craftsmanship...
    • trash hauling: Always good to learn something new.
    • Jossie: Hi – I was looking for this fountain but couldn’t find it. Do you know exactly where it’s...
    • url: What i do not realize is actually how you’re now not really much more neatly-preferred than you may be...
    • Earnesttaw: It is always refreshing to come across content that actually takes the time to break down the subject...
    • Ben Gaines: My father recalled visiting the poor house with his father, who was the pastor at Hayes Barton Baptist....


  •