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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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11 heritage Events Found
The Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards
Celebrate the Power of Preservation at the Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards, the premiere fundraising event for the Charlotte Museum of History. These awards celebrate restoration and building projects in the greater Charlotte region that exemplify the best of historic preservation. Features a new Education category that honors exceptional contributions to the study, teaching, and sharing of history in the greater Charlotte region. The ceremony will also honor an individual 'Charlotte Gem' - someone who actively works to make Charlotte and the Piedmont Region a better place. Sponsorship opportunities available.
Charlotte Museum of History
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5/14/26
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The Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards
Celebrate the Power of Preservation at the Charlotte Gem Preservation Awards, the premiere fundraising event for the Charlotte Museum of History. These awards celebrate restoration and building projects in the greater Charlotte region that exemplify the best of historic preservation. Features a new Education category that honors exceptional contributions to the study, teaching, and sharing of history in the greater Charlotte region. The ceremony will also honor an individual 'Charlotte Gem' - someone who actively works to make Charlotte and the Piedmont Region a better place. Sponsorship opportunities available.
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Tickets available for purchase
In-Person
May 14, 2026
Historic Preservation
Education
Awards Ceremony
Fundraising
History
Restoration
Architecture
Community Engagement
Charlotte
Heritage
Built Environment
02-14-2026
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6th Annual S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids
S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids is a playful and engaging family event tailored for younger explorers, offering activities like miniature train rides, scavenger hunts, hands-on craft building, steam traction engine wagon rides, and various STEAM activities. The event showcases partner museums at Powerland Heritage Park's 62-acre campus and includes trolley rides, museum visits, toy truck play area, and demonstrations. Activities focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math education while exploring Oregon's agricultural heritage.
Heritage Powerland Park
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$10.00 - $10 for Adults and those over age 12, FREE for children 12 and under
5/16/26
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May
16
6th Annual S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids
S.T.E.A.M.'d Up for Kids is a playful and engaging family event tailored for younger explorers, offering activities like miniature train rides, scavenger hunts, hands-on craft building, steam traction engine wagon rides, and various STEAM activities. The event showcases partner museums at Powerland Heritage Park's 62-acre campus and includes trolley rides, museum visits, toy truck play area, and demonstrations. Activities focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math education while exploring Oregon's agricultural heritage.
$10.00 - $10 for...
$10.00 - $10 for Adults and those over age 12, FREE for children 12 and under
In-Person
May 16, 7:00 PM ET
Steam
Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Mathematics
Hands-On Activities
Family Event
Educational
Heritage
Agriculture
Museum
Interactive Learning
Children
Kids
Oregon
Steam Engines
Trains
Trolleys
Crafts
Stem
01-18-2026
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Franklin County Ramble
Tour event in Franklin County featuring historic sites and preservation efforts
Virtual
Free
5/16/26
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May
16
Franklin County Ramble
Tour event in Franklin County featuring historic sites and preservation efforts
Free
In-Person
May 16, 2026
01-19-2026
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Brooks Historical Society Depot Day
Brooks Historical Society Depot Day event held on a Saturday in June. Event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. See Brooks Historical Society website for more information.
Powerland Heritage Park
Free
6/13/26
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Jun
13
Brooks Historical Society Depot Day
Brooks Historical Society Depot Day event held on a Saturday in June. Event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. See Brooks Historical Society website for more information.
Free
In-Person
Jun 13, 7:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Branch 15 - 46th Annual Antiques and Collectables Swap Meet at Powerland
Two-day antiques and collectables swap meet featuring more than 100 vendors. Saturday runs from 7 AM to 6 PM, Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM. The Willow Creek Railroad trains and Oregon Electric Railway Museum trolley will be operating on Saturday. Vendor stall fees are $45. Pre-registration available with PayPal payment option.
Powerland Heritage Park
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$8.00 - Saturday General Admission: $8 per person - Children 12 and under FREE. Free Admission on Sunday, June 28!
6/27/26
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27
Branch 15 - 46th Annual Antiques and Collectables Swap Meet at Powerland
Two-day antiques and collectables swap meet featuring more than 100 vendors. Saturday runs from 7 AM to 6 PM, Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM. The Willow Creek Railroad trains and Oregon Electric Railway Museum trolley will be operating on Saturday. Vendor stall fees are $45. Pre-registration available with PayPal payment option.
$8.00 - Saturday...
$8.00 - Saturday General Admission: $8 per person - Children 12 and under FREE. Free Admission on Sunday, June 28!
In-Person
Jun 27, 6:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Vintage Trailer Rally
Tour Vintage Trailers during the event at Powerland Heritage Park! Event runs between 10am and 4pm on July 2, 3, and 4.
Powerland Heritage Park
$5.00 - Admissio...
$5.00 - Admission by Donation. ($5 Suggested)
7/2/26
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2
Vintage Trailer Rally
Tour Vintage Trailers during the event at Powerland Heritage Park! Event runs between 10am and 4pm on July 2, 3, and 4.
$5.00 - Admissio...
$5.00 - Admission by Donation. ($5 Suggested)
In-Person
Jul 2, 8:00 PM ET
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56th Annual "The Great Oregon Steam-Up"
The Great Oregon Steam-Up has been voted "Best Annual Event" four years straight! This 2-day event runs from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm each day and is celebrating 100 years of caterpillar equipment. The event takes place at Powerland Heritage Park, which features various museums including machinery, tractor, and railway museums.
Powerland Heritage Park
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7/25/26
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Jul
25
56th Annual "The Great Oregon Steam-Up"
The Great Oregon Steam-Up has been voted "Best Annual Event" four years straight! This 2-day event runs from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm each day and is celebrating 100 years of caterpillar equipment. The event takes place at Powerland Heritage Park, which features various museums including machinery, tractor, and railway museums.
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Tickets available for purchase
In-Person
Jul 25, 5:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Open House! Sunday, July 28, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Powerland Heritage Park
Free
7/28/26
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Jul
28
Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Open House! Sunday, July 28, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Free
In-Person
Jul 28, 8:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Cruise Night at the Northwest Car and Motorcycle Museum
Bring your classic vehicle to the Northwest Car and Motorcycle Museum at Powerland Heritage Park museum for a fun-filled evening! Event runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Northwest Car and Motorcycle Museum at Powerland Heritage Park
Free
8/27/26
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Aug
27
Cruise Night at the Northwest Car and Motorcycle Museum
Bring your classic vehicle to the Northwest Car and Motorcycle Museum at Powerland Heritage Park museum for a fun-filled evening! Event runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Free
In-Person
Aug 27, 3:00 AM ET
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Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Labor Day weekend Open House! Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Powerland Heritage Park
Free
9/6/26
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Sep
6
Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Labor Day weekend Open House! Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Free
In-Person
Sep 6, 8:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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Northwest Civil War Council Living History Event
Northwest West Civil Council Living History Event at Powerland. Multi-day event running from Friday September 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM through Sunday September 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM. More details available at Northwest Civil War Council Website.
Powerland Heritage Park
$15.00 - $15 for...
$15.00 - $15 for Adults, $10 Ages 13-17
9/18/26
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Sep
18
Northwest Civil War Council Living History Event
Northwest West Civil Council Living History Event at Powerland. Multi-day event running from Friday September 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM through Sunday September 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM. More details available at Northwest Civil War Council Website.
$15.00 - $15 for...
$15.00 - $15 for Adults, $10 Ages 13-17
In-Person
Sep 18, 9:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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