Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
It took decades for North Carolina to choose a capital after the American Revolution. But as the population moved west into the state, Wake County and Fayetteville became the main contenders.
Special thanks to America 250 NC and the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources.
Producer & Editor: Rossie Izlar
Executive Producer: Greg Jeske
Homegrown History
Homegrown History is a multiyear public history initiative exploring North Carolina's rich past. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, the inaugural year will focus on North Carolina’s history as it relates to the American Revolution. It is presented in conjunction with PBS America at 250 and America 250 NC, a statewide effort led by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at pbsnc.org/HomegrownHistory
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It took decades for North Carolina to choose a capital after the American Revolution. But as the population moved west into the state, Wake County and Fayetteville became the main contenders.
Special thanks to America 250 NC and the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources.
Producer & Editor: Rossie Izlar
Executive Producer: Greg Jeske
Homegrown History
Homegrown History is a multiyear public history initiative exploring North Carolina's rich past. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, the inaugural year will focus on North Carolina’s history as it relates to the American Revolution. It is presented in conjunction with PBS America at 250 and America 250 NC, a statewide effort led by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at pbsnc.org/HomegrownHistory
Subscribe to the PBS North Carolina channel so you never miss a story! @MyPBSNC
This program is made possible by viewers like you! Support PBS North Carolina today: pbsnc.org/donate
FOLLOW US
Instagram: instagram.com/MyPBSNC
Facebook: facebook.com/MyPBSNC
Email Newsletter: pbsnc.org/signup
Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS App: pbsnc.org/app
