Society & Culture
Galas, patrons and the cultural life of North Carolina.
The Philanthropists Cultivating Carolina's Great Gardens
Behind the state's celebrated botanical gardens stands a network of donors who see horticulture as a public good worth sustaining.
The Debutante Tradition Adapts to a New Carolina
Once a rigid rite of Southern high society, the debutante season is quietly evolving, balancing heritage with the values of a changing generation.
Inside the Carolina Wine Society's Rarefied World
A community of serious collectors and connoisseurs has built a sophisticated wine culture in the state, complete with cellars to rival any in the country.
The Restored Theaters Bringing Life Back Downtown
Across the state, historic theaters saved from demolition are anchoring downtown revivals and reclaiming their role at the center of civic life.
How University Arts Programs Enrich Carolina Communities
The state's colleges and universities have become vital cultural engines, their galleries, stages and concert halls open to the towns around them.
When Art Meets Philanthropy: The Charity Auction Circuit
Benefit art auctions have become a fixture of the state's social calendar, channeling collectors' passions toward causes and emerging artists alike.