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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\, complete with daring raids\, burning ships\, shoot outs\, and kidnapping. \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 select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/battle-of-beaufort/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T161610Z
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SUMMARY:Build a Boat in a Day
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this introductory workshop use pre-cut kits to construct a small\, flat-bottomed plywood boat in a single session. The course focuses on teaching basic woodworking and assembly skills. The class is designed for beginners and is a collaborative effort for families or small teams. Each participating team assembles a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for paddling. The boat is 12 feet long\, 32 inches wide\, and weighs about 40 pounds. Each boat will be completed to a watertight condition and ready to take home for paint or varnish. \nTeams are limited to a maximum of 4 people\, at least one of whom must be an adult. Minimum age is 8 years old. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/boat-in-a-day-2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:boat programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
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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-2026-08-05/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T165010Z
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SUMMARY:By Hook or by Crook
DESCRIPTION:Ranked amongst the fiercest pirates from the “Golden age of Piracy\,” Anne Bonny and Mary Read have stories that daytime TV could only aspire to. 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.  Programs are offered select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/byhookorbycrook/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T191733Z
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SUMMARY:Family Model Boat Class
DESCRIPTION:Designed for children but with adult participation\, each team will assemble and decorate a model boat under the supervision of experienced boat builders and model makers. \nTeams are limited to a maximum of 4 people\, at least one of whom must be an adult. Minimum age is 8 years old. Course size is limited\, and advance registration is required. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/family-model-boat-class-2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:boat programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T133934Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Compass II
DESCRIPTION:Blue Compass II is a new Summer Science School class that provides children entering grades 3 and 4 with fun and adventure in their coastal environment. The five-day camp highlights the maritime traditions\, natural resources\, and rich history of the North Carolina coast. Campers will build a stitch and glue model boat\, fish from local docks\, investigate underwater archaeology\, discover a pirate’s treasure\, and tour Bonehenge Whale Center. Each day features interactive projects\, outdoor exploration\, and fun discoveries about life along the coast. The program runs from 9 a.m.–noon each day. \nSummer Science School courses are designed to give children entering grades one to 10 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 below. 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/blue-compass-ii-2026-08-10/
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:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212503Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Whales
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’s gallery remains temporarily closed\, the Kids’ Cove programs will return to the museum auditorium. 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/kidscove-2026-08-12/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T192203Z
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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 the museum’s sit-in cockpit touring kayaks. 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 kayaking 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. Register below. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kayaking-2026-08-13/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210609T155800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T165806Z
UID:12959-1786752000-1786924799@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Wooden Boatbuilding
DESCRIPTION:The introductory wooden boatbuilding class provides hands-on experience with fundamental boatbuilding concepts. The course teaches students to select wood\, design a boat\, and use various techniques like steam bending\, planking (carvel or lapstrake)\, and fastening to construct a small boat. The curriculum covers basic design\, essential tools\, safe workshop practices\, and the properties of wood\, culminating in a small project that builds confidence for independent boatbuilding. \nClass runs from 9 a.m. to 5 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-2026-08-15/
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:20260819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220316T154057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T220215Z
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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 2 to 2.5 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 hands-on experiences 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-2026-08-19/
CATEGORIES:field programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20211221T174136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T151501Z
UID:13194-1787184000-1787356799@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. Course runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. A limited number of scholarships are available. Advance registration is required. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758. \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-i-2026-08-20/
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:20260821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20251206T210436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162757Z
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SUMMARY:Bonehenge Family Friendly Tour
DESCRIPTION:Children ages 7 to 14 and their companion adults are invited to participate in a new 20 to 30-minute tour of the Bonehenge Whale Center. The free tour is a shortened version of the regular public tour with softer imagery and vocabulary for a younger audience. Along with the opportunity to touch and hold multiple bones\, whale oil\, and a real whale’s tooth\, the tour will include discussions on what whales eat\, how they are adapted to deep ocean living\, conservation issues regarding whales\, and how the public can help.   \nThis tour takes place in an active workshop; therefore\, it is not recommended for children under the age of 7. 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/bonehenge-family-friendly-tour-2026-08-21/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:bonehenge,children's program
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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:20260822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T191733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T162052Z
UID:13137-1787356800-1787443199@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Build a Boat in a Day
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this introductory workshop use pre-cut kits to construct a small\, flat-bottomed plywood boat in a single session. The course focuses on teaching basic woodworking and assembly skills. The class is designed for beginners and is a collaborative effort for families or small teams. Each participating team assembles a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for paddling. The boat is 12 feet long\, 32 inches wide\, and weighs about 40 pounds. Each boat will be completed to a watertight condition and ready to take home for paint or varnish. \nTeams are limited to a maximum of 4 people\, at least one of whom must be an adult. Minimum age is 8 years old. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/boat-in-a-day-2026-08-22/
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:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T192715Z
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SUMMARY:It’s Getting Hot in Here: The Importance of Maintaining a Stable Environment for Collections
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what those little gadgets with the temperature and humidity read-outs in museum cases are all about? How about those pink-blue strips\, the ones that look like a flat thermometer? Or those little baggies of orange-green beads? Conservators and collections staff spend a great deal of time monitoring and making changes to the museum environment in order to prevent damage to artifacts. Join museum Conservator Michelle Crepeau as she discusses the ways the environment can impact artifacts and what museums do to control environmental effects\, including helpful tips and tricks you can apply to your own collections. \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 select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/collectionsconservation/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20241216T192831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T212812Z
UID:12927-1787911200-1787911200@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Bonehenge Public Tours
DESCRIPTION:Bonehenge Whale Center is dedicated to research\, marine conservation\, stranded specimen collection\, exhibit preparation and display\, educational programming\, and publications that focus on NC cetaceans (whales\, dolphins\, and porpoises). It operates as a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and the Carolina Cay Maritime Foundation. \nAs an active workshop\, this site is not regularly open to the public. Join the museum’s Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster and Associate Education Curator Christine Brin for an hour-long guided tour of the whale center. During this program\, participants will see the skeletons of multiple whale species\, have unique opportunities to interact with these specimens\, and learn about the conservation issues facing cetaceans and what the public can do to help. \nParticipants must be over 14 years old. Limited spaces are available. Pre-registration required by noon the day prior. Register below or by calling (252) 504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/bonehenge-public-tours-2026-08-28/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210609T155800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T211112Z
UID:12761-1787961600-1788134399@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Lofting a Boat
DESCRIPTION:The boatbuilding class teaches how to create full-size\, scaled-up plans for a six-foot boat using a traditional process called lofting. Students will learn to transfer a boat’s design from a boat plan and draw it out in full scale\, the first critical steps for creating templates and building a boat. \nClass runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Class fee is $110 ($99 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/lofting-2026-08-27/
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:20260901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T133651Z
UID:13124-1788253200-1788264000@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 the museum’s sit-in cockpit touring kayaks. 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 kayaking 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. Register below. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kayaking-2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Gallants Channel\, 293 West Beaufort Road\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:field programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T170746Z
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SUMMARY:Lost Ships\, Living Reefs: The Dual Legacy of North Carolina Shipwrecks
DESCRIPTION:Join Education Curator Courtney Felton to explore how North Carolina’s shipwrecks transform into thriving marine habitats and vital parts of our ocean ecosystem. \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 select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/shipwrecks/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T191733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T162833Z
UID:13138-1788566400-1788652799@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Build a Boat in a Day
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this introductory workshop use pre-cut kits to construct a small\, flat-bottomed plywood boat in a single session. The course focuses on teaching basic woodworking and assembly skills. The class is designed for beginners and is a collaborative effort for families or small teams. Each participating team assembles a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for paddling. The boat is 12 feet long\, 32 inches wide\, and weighs about 40 pounds. Each boat will be completed to a watertight condition and ready to take home for paint or varnish. \nTeams are limited to a maximum of 4 people\, at least one of whom must be an adult. Minimum age is 8 years old. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/boat-in-a-day-2026-09-05/
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:20260908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T165555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T172321Z
UID:13045-1788856200-1788868800@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 hands-on experiences 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-2026-09-08/
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:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212544Z
UID:12774-1788944400-1788951600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Sailors
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’s gallery remains temporarily closed\, the Kids’ Cove programs will return to the museum auditorium. 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/kidscove-2026-09-09/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20251218T135942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T145805Z
UID:13106-1789048800-1789056000@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Can You Knot?  A Knot Tying Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on course will review the history of knot tying in the maritime industry\, followed by an opportunity for participants to practice their knot-tying skills. The course will cover a minimum of 10 knots\, with the potential to cover more\, including splicing\, as time and participant interest allow. Program is open to ages 12 and up. 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/can-you-knot-a-knot-tying-workshop-2026-09-10/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:crafts
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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:20260911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20241216T192831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T212926Z
UID:12928-1789120800-1789120800@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Bonehenge Public Tours
DESCRIPTION:Bonehenge Whale Center is dedicated to research\, marine conservation\, stranded specimen collection\, exhibit preparation and display\, educational programming\, and publications that focus on NC cetaceans (whales\, dolphins\, and porpoises). It operates as a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources and the Carolina Cay Maritime Foundation. \nAs an active workshop\, this site is not regularly open to the public. Join the museum’s Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster and Associate Education Curator Christine Brin for an hour-long guided tour of the whale center. During this program\, participants will see the skeletons of multiple whale species\, have unique opportunities to interact with these specimens\, and learn about the conservation issues facing cetaceans and what the public can do to help. \nParticipants must be over 14 years old. Limited spaces are available. Pre-registration required by noon the day prior. Register below or by calling (252) 504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/bonehenge-public-tours-2026-09-11/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210609T155800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T164214Z
UID:12960-1789171200-1789343999@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Wooden Boatbuilding
DESCRIPTION:The introductory wooden boatbuilding class provides hands-on experience with fundamental boatbuilding concepts. The course teaches students to select wood\, design a boat\, and use various techniques like steam bending\, planking (carvel or lapstrake)\, and fastening to construct a small boat. The curriculum covers basic design\, essential tools\, safe workshop practices\, and the properties of wood\, culminating in a small project that builds confidence for independent boatbuilding. \nClass runs from 9 a.m. to 5 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-2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:boat programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T171037Z
UID:12848-1789646400-1789650000@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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 while on board a ship. 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 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.  Programs are offered select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/goingatsea-2/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T191733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T212342Z
UID:13237-1789808400-1789826400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Family Model Boat Class
DESCRIPTION:Designed for children but with adult participation\, each team will assemble and decorate a model boat under the supervision of experienced boat builders and model makers. \nTeams are limited to a maximum of 4 people\, at least one of whom must be an adult. Minimum age is 8 years old. Course size is limited\, and advance registration is required. Register below or by calling 252-504-7758.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/family-model-boat-class-2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center\, 322 Front Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:boat programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220316T154057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T220511Z
UID:13084-1790065800-1790078400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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 2 to 2.5 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 hands-on experiences 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-2026-09-22/
CATEGORIES:field programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162142Z
UID:12849-1790251200-1790254800@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:North Carolina’s State Navy
DESCRIPTION:From 1776 to 1779\, North Carolina established and maintained a small state navy. It also partnered with Virginia to finance and man two galleys to protect Ocracoke Inlet from British privateers. Join Maritime History Curator David Bennett to learn about how these projects started\, what they accomplished\, and why they ended halfway through the American War of Independence. \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 select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/ncnavy/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20210512T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T164735Z
UID:13125-1790758800-1790769600@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 the museum’s sit-in cockpit touring kayaks. 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 kayaking 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. Register below. For more information\, call 252-504-7758. 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/kayaking-2026-09-30/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152906
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T171347Z
UID:12850-1790856000-1790859600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:This Collection Will Kill You: Identifying and Addressing Hazardous Materials in Your Collection
DESCRIPTION:From arsenic to uranium\, humans have long had the pesky tendency of using poisons\, caustics\, carcinogens\, and even explosives in our art\, our clothing\, our entertainment\, and as part of our everyday lives. Sometimes these items even make their way into museums\, often in odd or unexpected ways. Join museum Conservator Michelle Crepeau as she discusses how to identify hazardous materials in your collection\, options for mitigation and remediation\, and why you shouldn’t lick the science! \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 select Thursdays at noon. The lectures are held in the museum auditorium 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.  \n 
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/hazardousmaterial/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:maritime heritage series
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