The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources offers holiday events to match every interest and taste at state sites.

"Lights, camera, action!" takes on a new meaning as the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and other sites prepare to flip the switch ...

And contrary to what you might believe, even the least crafty person on the planet can put together these DIY ... little houses that look good enough to eat. You can’t talk about Christmas decorations ...

From creatively embracing natural foliage to traditional Christmas decorating staples, step inside the homes of our editors for some holiday styling inspo ...

Erect a pretzel fence; sprinkle coconut for snowy ground cover; and lay a path of pebbly candies, tiny baked gingerbread ...

First off, you'll need a wooden Christmas tree village house or house kit for each person who's participating. Vivien Tatham ...