Let the museum come to you with interactive programs featuring artifacts, activities and experiences that connect participants with coastal North Carolina’s culture, history, and environment. Programs are flexible and can be taught at many locations, including but not limited to, schools, camps, libraries, community festivals and early childhood or senior centers. Presentations can be adapted for all ages and abilities.
SMALL GROUP PROGRAMS
We can offer any of our current onsite group programs at your site or we can work with you to create a program that meets your needs. You can find a list of our programs in our group planning guide.
Group size: Minimum of 6; maximum of 30. For more than 30 participants, you must schedule additional programs.
Program length: 45-60 minutes
Fee: Free
Note: An adult from your organization must be present during programs.
FESTIVAL PROGRAMS
Museum educators bring a variety of materials to provide an interactive, educational experience at your event. We offer a variety of themes, including marine mammals, beach finds, marine archaeology, 18th century sailors and more!
Fee: Free
Note: This is not a structured lecture for large groups.
LECTURES
Museum staff can come to your facility and offer lectures related to many maritime topics. These include but are not limited to lighthouses and the U.S. Life Saving Service, boating, shipwrecks, fishing, coastal North Carolina wildlife, and pirates. A full list can be provided upon request.
Fee: Free
SCHEDULING INFORMATION
To request a museum program, please fill out the form below. Scheduling requests must be made at least three weeks prior to the desired program date.
If you have questions, please contact Associate Education Curator Courtney Felton.
Cancellations: A minimum two-week notice (in writing) is required.
Cancellations due to weather: If Carteret County schools are canceled or delayed due to weather, programs will be rescheduled as the museum calendar permits.