Most of our country's eastern seaboard and Gulf states are lined with coastal barrier islands, but none so unique as the famed Outer Banks of North Carolina. The fascinating cultural history, fragile geologic nature, and diverse flora and fauna, attract and fascinate millions of people...
One of North Carolina’s most tragic maritime accidents, the steamer Pulaski sank about 30 miles off the coast in June of 1838 when a steam boiler exploded. Two thirds of passengers onboard were lost. Education Curator Benjamin Wunderly will discuss the days leading up to...
Join Associate Museum Curator Christine Brin to learn about some of the most popular maritime myths, legends, and ghost stories in this special Halloween presentation. Christine will also discuss the history and possible origins of each story. Free, no registration required for the in-person program, held...
At the turn of the 20th century, North Carolina historian and journalist Fredrick A. Olds established Sunshine Clubs to entertain and educate children. During the summers, Olds took underprivileged youth from the Raleigh Sunshine Club to Carteret County to experience and learn about the seacoast....
The people of Carteret County may have heard the tale of Crissie Wright and how cold it was the night the ship foundered off Shackleford Banks, Jan. 8, 1886. But what was the real story? Education Curator Benjamin Wunderly will present the facts of the incident,...
Come learn about North Carolina’s rich maritime history, coastal environment, and culture at these informal lectures. 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....
Join Associate Museum Curator Benjamin Wunderly and learn about the Native Americans of the coast. Humans inhabited the region well before any European explorers set foot on the land. How did these differing cultures coexist? We will try to uncover some of the history on...
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...
Duels and deathbed confessions are included in these local love stories that will be recounted in honor of Valentine’s Day. Associate Education Curator, Christine Brin, will share eight of her favorite maritime-themed love stories for this special holiday presentation. The program is part of our Maritime...
Come learn about North Carolina’s rich maritime history, coastal environment, and culture at these informal lectures. 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....