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North Carolina is holding dozens of events this year to celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday \u2014 but the state\u2019s Museum of History won\u2019t be hosting them at its downtown Raleigh building, which remains closed for a four-year renovation project. At a price tag of more than $200 million, the rebuild is one of state government\u2019s most expensive construction projects.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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