Paid programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Maritime Museum in Beaufort.
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Maritime Heritage Series: Historic River Fisheries, The Neuse River
March 30, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Curator of Maritime History David Bennet in the museum auditorium as he examines the historic fisheries of the lower Neuse River. At one time, the Neuse River was filled with fishing boats and nets, while New Bern had one of the largest fish markets in the state. This free, informal talk explores the commercial fishing industry in the region during the 19th and 20th centuries. Free, no registration required for the in-person program, held in the museum auditorium. Or watch online live via the museum’s Facebook page or Zoom.
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