1. In 1775, the first North Carolina Provincial Congress met in Halifax to discuss the ongoing conflict with Great Britain. This congress played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War.

2. April 11, 1896 marked the opening of the first motion picture theater in North Carolina, the Vitascope Hall in Wilmington. It was owned by Thomas Edison and showcased his latest invention, the Vitascope projector.

3. In 1903, the first flight in North Carolina history was made by the Wright Brothers in Kitty Hawk. This historic event played a significant role in the advancement of aviation technology.

4. On April 11, 1929, the North Carolina State Highway Commission was established. This commission was responsible for the construction, maintenance, and management of the state's highways, helping to improve the state's transportation infrastructure.

5. April 11, 1970 marked the inaugural performance of the Brevard Music Center in western North Carolina. This music school and festival has since become one of the premier classical music institutions in the Southeast, hosting world-renowned performers and musicians.