Built in 1924, Sacred Heart Cathedral is one of the few catholic churches in the area. Considered to be one of the smallest cathedrals in the country, the Sacred Heart Cathedral was constructed in the Neo-Gothic style using stone as the primary material. Despite its size, the cathedral has garnered raves for its pristine design and architecture and the beautiful statue of Jesus Christ situated above its entrance. One of the best religious sights in town, Sacred Heart Cathedral is a must-visit for anyone who is in the neighborhood.
The North Carolina Office of Archives & History, governed by the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources, is responsible for collecting, preserving and managing archival materials and state and local records. The office assists with researching, writing, publishing and distributing scholarly works on the history of North Carolina. It also helps to identify and protect historic properties and archaeological sites. The North Carolina Office of Archives & History operates technical, professional and financial assistance programs for private and public history projects. The office offers maintenance services for historic sites and landmarks. In addition, it preserves and displays a range of artifacts to educate the public about the state's past.
Built in 1901, this historic house is neither grand nor elaborate in design, but features prominently in the history of Raleigh as the home of Dr. Manassa Thomas Pope. Pope is revered as one of the most distinguished, African-American citizens of Raleigh. Not only was he one of the first to graduate from the Leonard School of Medicine at Shaw University, the doctor also participated as an officer in the Spanish-American War, and ran for mayor in 1919. His home is a reflection of his remarkable drive for excellence and was installed with then cutting-edge gadgets like gas and electric fixtures, running water, a telephone, and a call bell system. Today, the house has been transformed into a museum that chronicles the doctor's life and local history through original furnishings, documents, photographs and artifacts that date back as far as 1851. As the only African American house museum in North Carolina, the Pope House is a rare historical treasure that chronicle's the proud history of the state's African Americans. Guided tours of the museum are offered on Saturdays every hour on the hour. The last tour begins at 2p.
