GREENSBORO, N.C. — The F.W. Woolworth building and the Blue Ridge Parkway were named National Historic Landmarks by the National Parks Service on Monday, Dec. 16.
F.W. Woolworth building that houses the International Civil Rights Center and Museum.
The museum sits inside a historic landmark. On Feb. 1, 1960, four young black men from NC A&T, known as the Greensboro Four, sat at a lunch counter where they were not allowed. The men sat there peacefully while facing rejection. The bold move started a movement nationwide. National recognition helps preserve the building through federal funds for generations to enjoy.
In May 2024, a committee with the National Park Services took the first step to make the building a national landmark.
Now, the federal government will provide funding and other resources to preserve the site for future generations.
The Blue Ridge Parkway was also given the honor. Hurricane Helene recently ravaged the parkway. It is still in the process of rebuilding.
The parkway was reopened from 382.5 at US 70 near the Folk Art Center to milepost 393.6 at NC Route 191 near the NC Arboretum, including the French Broad Overlook at milepost 393.8.
The National Park Service said they do not have projected opening dates for areas of the parkway north and south of the 11-mile section.
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