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SUMMARY:'The Rachel Carson Reserve'
DESCRIPTION:Ben Wunderly\, site manager of the Rachel Carson Reserve\, will give an overview of its history\, natural features\, and wildlife. The Rachel Carson Reserve\, located in Carteret County just inside Beaufort Inlet\, is comprised of a series of marshes\, tidal flats\, and upland islands. The 2\,315 acres of combined habitat are dedicated as a nature preserve under the state’s Natural Heritage Program. The Rachel Carson Reserve is home to a diverse number of animals: various mammals\, including its wild horses\, to more than 200 species of birds and even more types of marine life. Come learn about this coastal treasure and how important its protection is. \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/rachel-carson/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210512T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T195427Z
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SUMMARY:Kayak the Salt Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Learn about salt marshes and wildlife while on the water. Basic kayak instruction and safety lessons on shore are followed by a 1.5-mile paddle through the salt marsh in our sit-in cockpit touring kayaks; or bring your own kayak and join us at a discount. The program is recommended for ages 12 and up. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants must know how to swim; some kayak experience is recommended.   \nField programs are designed to give participants a hands-on experience with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Please note that these programs take place primarily outside. Please review the age and experience requirements before registering. Pre-registration is required by noon the day prior to the program. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kayaking-2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Gallants Channel\, 293 West Beaufort Road\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:field programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T210052Z
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SUMMARY:'Life Aboard Ship\, Means Going at Sea'
DESCRIPTION:When nature calls\, you must go! But where do you go while at sea? You may be surprised by the historical practices of something so basic as using the bathroom when it comes to being on board a ship many years ago. Join Associate Curator of Education Christine Brin for an informative look at the evolution of the ship’s head (bathroom). She will cover historic sailing vessels\, ironclad warships\, and submarines\, related to this interesting aspect of maritime life you may never have thought about. \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/goingatsea/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220316T154057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T165322Z
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SUMMARY:Hiking and History on Shackleford Banks
DESCRIPTION:Experience Outer Banks history and wildlife with a guided hike on Shackleford Banks\, part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Participants will take a ferry to an undeveloped barrier island. This field trip requires hiking through sandy terrain for about 1.5 miles. The program is recommended for ages 12 and up. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.   \nField programs are designed to give participants a hands-on experience with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Please note that these programs take place primarily outside. Please review the age and experience requirements before registering. Pre-registration is required by noon the day prior to the program. Register below. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/hiking-and-history-on-shackleford2024-2025-09-17/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:field programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T192831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T143706Z
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SUMMARY:Bonehenge Public Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 40 to 60-minute walking tour of Bonehenge Whale Center\, led by Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster and Associate Museum Curator Christine Brin. Keith has spent over 35 years studying marine mammals off the coast of North Carolina\, focusing on bottlenose dolphins. His work preparing marine mammal skeletons for educational display is as unique as the Whale Center itself.   \nBonehenge Whale Center operates as a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and the Carolina Cay Maritime Foundation. \nLimited spaces are available. The program is not recommended for children under 12 due to the workshop environment. Those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required by noon the day prior. Register below or by calling (252) 504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/bonehenge-public-tours-2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Bonehenge Whale Center\, 275 W Beaufort Rd Ext\, Beaufort\, 28516
CATEGORIES:bonehenge
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165928Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Sailor's Life
DESCRIPTION:Kids’ Cove is a free-play program designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers with a different maritime themed craft and wiggle activity each month. While the museum is temporarily closed the kids cove programs will be hosted at the Beaufort Train Depot\, 614 Broad St. in Beaufort. This is a screen-free program meant to help caregivers connect with their little ones\, each other\, and their local maritime heritage. The program is designed so that participants can stay for as short or as long as they want\, arriving and leaving at any time during the scheduled program. Programs do not build on each other\, so you can participate in one\, all\, or some without feeling left out. Programs are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 9 to 11 a.m. Pre-registration preferred. \nSign up below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kidscove9/
LOCATION:Beaufort Train Depot\, 614 Broad St.\, Beaufort\, North Carolina\, 28516
CATEGORIES:children's program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210609T155800Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wooden Boat Building
DESCRIPTION:Explore the art of boatbuilding — beginning with lofting\, and moving on to the setup\, steam bending and different methods of creating the backbone of small boats — in this two-day\, hands-on course. You’ll also learn planking methods\, both carvel and lapstrake\, and use of appropriate fasteners. After two days\, you will have the knowledge\, skill\, and confidence to choose a design and style of boat to build on your own. \nClass runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Class fee is $200 ($180 for Friends of the Museum). Minimum age is 16. Course size is limited\, and advance registration is required. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/introduction-to-wooden-boat-building-2024-09-14-2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:boat programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20221221T182721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T151803Z
UID:9620-1756983600-1756987200@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Diamondback Terrapins: Uncovering Their History and Shell-ebrating Their Future
DESCRIPTION:Diamondback terrapins\, a unique and striking marsh turtle\, have a long history in Beaufort\, from collection and farming in the 1900s to present-day conservation efforts. Join Curator of Education Courtney Felton to discover how terrapins went from being considered a delicacy to being protected. \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/terrapins/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210512T165555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T141404Z
UID:11308-1756890000-1756900800@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Coastal Habitats on the Rachel Carson Reserve
DESCRIPTION:Join a member of our education team to discover the various plants and animals of the salt marsh and tidal flats at the Rachel Carson Reserve. The guided hike will take you through the different habitats and the sandy\, muddy\, and wet terrain found on Town Marsh and Bird Shoal. The program is recommended for ages 12 and up. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nField programs are designed to give participants a hands-on experience with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Please note that these programs take place primarily outside. Please review the age and experience requirements before registering. Pre-registration is required by noon the day prior to the program. Register below. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/exploring-coastal-habitats-2-2025-09-03/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:field programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T192831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T143650Z
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SUMMARY:Bonehenge Public Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 40 to 60-minute walking tour of Bonehenge Whale Center\, led by Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster and Associate Museum Curator Christine Brin. Keith has spent over 35 years studying marine mammals off the coast of North Carolina\, focusing on bottlenose dolphins. His work preparing marine mammal skeletons for educational display is as unique as the Whale Center itself.   \nBonehenge Whale Center operates as a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and the Carolina Cay Maritime Foundation. \nLimited spaces are available. The program is not recommended for children under 12 due to the workshop environment. Those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required by noon the day prior. Register below or by calling (252) 504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/bonehenge-public-tours-2025-08-29/
LOCATION:Bonehenge Whale Center\, 275 W Beaufort Rd Ext\, Beaufort\, 28516
CATEGORIES:bonehenge
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210512T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T130200Z
UID:11378-1756198800-1756209600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Kayak the Salt Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Learn about salt marshes and wildlife while on the water. Basic kayak instruction and safety lessons on shore are followed by a 1.5-mile paddle through the salt marsh in our sit-in cockpit touring kayaks; or bring your own kayak and join us at a discount. The program is recommended for ages 12 and up. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants must know how to swim; some kayak experience is recommended.   \nField programs are designed to give participants a hands-on experience with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Please note that these programs take place primarily outside. Please review the age and experience requirements before registering. Pre-registration is required by noon the day prior to the program. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kayaking-2025-08-26/
LOCATION:Gallants Channel\, 293 West Beaufort Road\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:field programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20240201T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T133556Z
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SUMMARY:By Hook or By Crook: Women Pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read
DESCRIPTION:Ranked amongst the fiercest pirates from the “Golden age of Piracy” are Anne Bonny and Mary Read. Join Associate Education Curator Christine Brin to learn about these women pirates. She will trace what is known about their life stories\, how they came to be pirates\, and their subsequent fates.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. This lecture is in-person only in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center. Admission is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/by-hook-or-by-crook-2/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20211221T175933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T151623Z
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SUMMARY:Seashore Life II
DESCRIPTION:Children entering grades 5 and 6 will investigate estuarine habitats\, plants\, and animals through field and lab studies. This three-day course includes a field trip to the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve\, water quality testing\, plankton identification\, and many more activities. Course runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. \nThe program is part of the museum’s Summer Science School series. Its courses are designed to give children entering grades one to ten hands-on experiences with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture.  Some courses take place outside the main museum building and may involve travel. Advance registration is required. Register online at ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Limited scholarships that cover course fees are available; email Education Curator Courtney Felton for scholarship information. For more information\, call 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/seashore-life-ii/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20211221T174136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165800Z
UID:11564-1753920000-1754092799@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Seashore Life I
DESCRIPTION:Students entering grades 1 and 2 will investigate coastal marine life of the tidal flats\, salt marshes\, and sounds on local islands during this two-day class. The field-based classes include ferry ride\, barrier island hiking\, and animal identification. \nCourse runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Cost is $90 per child. A limited number of scholarships are available. Advance registration is required.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/seashore-life-i-2022-07-07-2023-08-08-2024-07-11-2025-07-31/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210611T151338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T191949Z
UID:11585-1753747200-1753919999@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Pirates!
DESCRIPTION:Young sailors entering grades 1 and 2 will join their fearless captain and work together to learn about life at sea and how pirates of long ago lived. The crew will build their own boats\, set the rules of the ship\, and go on a hunt to find the hidden treasure. Advance registration is required for the program\, which runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. \nSummer Science School courses are designed to give children entering grades one to ten hands-on experiences with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture.  Some courses take place outside the main museum building and may involve travel. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758. Limited scholarships are available; email christine.brin@dncr.nc.gov for scholarship information.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/pirates-2025-07-29/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T205802Z
UID:11432-1752750000-1752750000@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Battle of Beaufort: American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Some historians argue that the final battle of the American Revolutionary War occurred in Beaufort\, North Carolina\, in April of 1782. Join Associate Curator Christine Brin for a discussion of this dramatic event.  With daring raids\, burning ships\, shoot outs\, and kidnapping\, this battle has the makings of a blockbuster movie\, without the need for fictional enhancements.   \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2-2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220103T174545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T150915Z
UID:11556-1752710400-1752883199@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Model Boats
DESCRIPTION:In this three-day camp at the museum’s Watercraft Center\, children entering grades 3 and 4 will build their own model boat while learning about life on the water. As campers assemble their boats\, they’ll explore coastal waterways and discover the history and function of local workboats\, charter vessels\, and commercial fishing boats. Through engaging field trips and museum exhibits\, students will also learn about the types of fish caught in our region and the important skills needed to live and work on the water. They will use museum exhibits and field trips to learn about workboats and boats used for charter fishing and commercial fishing. The types of fish targeted by people fishing aboard these vessels will be discussed as well. \nThe program is part of the museum’s Summer Science School series. Its courses are designed to give children entering grades one to ten hands-on experiences with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture.  Some courses take place outside the main museum building and may involve travel. Advance registration is required. Register online at ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. Limited scholarships that cover course fees are available; email Education Curator Courtney Felton for scholarship information. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. \nSummer Science School programs are sponsored by the Friends of the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/model-boats/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20211221T175933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T193250Z
UID:11565-1752624000-1752883199@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Seashore Life II
DESCRIPTION:Students entering grades 4 through 6 will investigate estuarine habitats\, plants\, and animals through field and lab studies. This three-day course includes a field trip to the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve\, water quality testing\, plankton identification\, and many more activities. \nCourse runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Cost is $120 per child. A limited number of scholarships are available. Advance registration is required.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/seashore-life-ii-2025-07-16/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210609T160009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T143501Z
UID:11548-1752537600-1752624000@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Fish and Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Children entering grades 3 and 4 will learn about coastal fish and fishing methods. Cane poles\, bait\, and tackle are provided for dock fishing during this half-day program that runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Seine nets will be used along a tidal flat. Students also use nets to catch and identify marine life in nearshore waters and create take-home artwork. \nSummer Science School courses are designed to give children entering grades one to ten hands-on experiences with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Courses take place outside the main museum building and may involve travel. Advance registration is required. Register below. \nLimited scholarships are available; email christine.brin@dncr.nc.gov for scholarship information. For more information\, call 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/fish-and-fishing-2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T180511Z
UID:11431-1752145200-1752145200@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Sensational Sharks: History and Conservation of Sharks in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Dun-dun…dun-dun… It’s shark week! Join Associate Curator of Education Courtney Felton to dive into the history of the sharks of North Carolina\, local fishermen\, a great (white) catch\, and the work being done to conserve these jaw-some predators.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2-2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T180146Z
UID:11430-1750935600-1750935600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Gone with the Sea Breeze: Coastal Tourism in Antebellum North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:During the summer months of the antebellum period\, Eastern North Carolinians retreated to the coast to escape the outbreak of diseases\, such as malaria. This summertime exodus spurred the development of second homes\, rental properties\, and hotels. While staying at the coast\, tourists engaged in a variety of recreational activities to pass the time. Join Maritime History Curator David Bennett to learn about the early development of tourism along the North Carolina coast.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2-2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220103T174545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T184516Z
UID:11553-1750896000-1751068799@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Model Boats
DESCRIPTION:Students entering grades 3 and 4 will build a model boat at the museum’s Watercraft Center. They will use museum exhibits and field trips to learn about work boats and boats used for charter fishing and commercial fishing. The types of fish targeted by people fishing aboard these vessels will be discussed as well. \nCost is $90 per child\, and class runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. A limited number of scholarships are available. Advance registration is required. Register below or by phone at 252-504-7758. \nSummer Science School programs are sponsored by the Friends of the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/boats-and-models/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/boatbuilding-e1615234832247.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20210609T160009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T143301Z
UID:7199-1750723200-1750895999@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Fish and Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Children entering grades 3 and 4 will learn about coastal fish and fishing methods. Cane poles\, bait\, and tackle are provided for dock fishing during this half-day program that runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Seine nets will be used along a tidal flat. Students also use nets to catch and identify marine life in nearshore waters and create take-home artwork. \nSummer Science School courses are designed to give children entering grades one to ten hands-on experiences with North Carolina’s environment\, history\, and culture. Courses take place outside the main museum building and may involve travel. Advance registration is required. Register below. \nLimited scholarships are available; email christine.brin@dncr.nc.gov for scholarship information. For more information\, call 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/fish-and-fishing/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program,summer science school
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/20210715_093741-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T175614Z
UID:11429-1750330800-1750330800@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Trying Women: A History of Women in the Whaling Industry
DESCRIPTION:Using information gathered from whaling communities around the North Atlantic\, Associate Curator of Education Christine Brin will discuss the history of women in the whaling industry. Their roles range from net mending to running stores to processing whale meat and occasionally even joining their husbands at sea. Join us for an interesting insight into the world of women in the early 17th-century North Atlantic maritime community.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2-2025-06-19/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20221221T182721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T161737Z
UID:11452-1749726000-1749726000@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:‘It’s Electrifying!’: Electrolytic Reduction in Archaeological Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join museum Conservator Michelle Crepeau as she discusses electrolytic reduction: what it is\, how it works and why conservators use electrochemical reactions to clean and desalinate marine archaeological metals.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/electrifying/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T175146Z
UID:11428-1748516400-1748516400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:A Curiosity Grows in Carolina
DESCRIPTION:On April 2\, 1759\, a letter was penned that would rock the botanical world: the first documented description of the Venus flytrap. Tales of this tiny green predator from the pine savannahs of Southeastern North Carolina would sweep throughout Europe. Join North Carolina Maritime Museum in Southport Programming and Education Curator Shannon Walker to learn about the little plant sparked a craze that would involve a royal governor\, the who’s who of 18th century scientists\, and a high seas adventure.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2-2025-05-29/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220517T170608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T174511Z
UID:7987-1747998000-1748001600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Sea Turtles of North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Spending only a brief time on land\, sea turtles are quite different from most other turtles we know. From hatchling to adult\, a lifetime at sea is no small task for these reptiles that grow so big. Join Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster on World Turtle Day to learn about the different species of sea turtles that inhabit the coastal waters of North Carolina and the trials they face from before they even emerge from their sandy nest. \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/sea-turtles/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:public events
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T174229Z
UID:11425-1747306800-1747306800@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Civil Air Patrol during World War II 
DESCRIPTION:Following the attack on Pearl Harbor\, America’s military was stretched thin\, depending on the service of civilian men and women to defend America’s East coast at the beginning of World War II. Join Associate Education Curator Christine Brin for a look at the history of the Civil Air Patrol specific to their work and defense of Eastern North Carolina.   \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mhs-2/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20241216T172205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T173554Z
UID:11408-1745492400-1745492400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:The Stamp Act Crisis in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join Maritime History Curator David Bennett to learn about the protests of North Carolinians in 1765 and 1766 against a tax levied by Parliament on public papers (legal and commercial documents\, newspapers\, licenses\, etc.). The political crisis resulted in the temporary closure of North Carolina’s ports\, which crippled shipping in the colony.  \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/stamp-act/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/The-Stamp-Act-Crisis-in-North-Carolina.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T134520
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T155906Z
UID:7884-1744282800-1744286400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:A General History of Mermaids
DESCRIPTION:The oceans truly connect us all\, from pole to pole and around the equator. The legend of the mermaid is a great representation of that connection\, one that binds seafarers the world over. A half–human\, half–fish creature has appeared in many cultures throughout time and geography. Associate Education Curator Christine Brin will share some of the iconic tales of mermaids\, how they have appeared in other regions of our planet\, and the evolution the mysterious creature has undergone through the years.    \nThis program is part of the museum’s Maritime Heritage Lecture Series\, informal lectures focused on North Carolina’s rich maritime history\, coastal environment\, and culture. Programs are offered most Thursdays at 11 a.m. The lectures are currently held in the Fort Macon Coastal Education Center and streamed via Zoom. Admission is free\, and registration is not required for the in-person program. Visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/virtual to sign up to receive the Zoom links. Programs are also posted to the museum’s YouTube channel. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/mermaids/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park\, 2303 E. Fort Macon Road\, Atlantic Beach\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/3rd-Tues-OCT-maritime-monstersLori.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort":MAILTO:cyndi.brown@dncr.nc.gov
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