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SUMMARY:In Irons: American Prisoners of War\, 1775-1783
DESCRIPTION:During the American War of Independence\, many patriots who served on land and sea found themselves as prisoners of war. Some were in British prison camps while others were held aboard British prison ships. Join Maritime History Curator David Bennett as he details the captivity of North Carolinians and other American patriots\, as well as daring escapes and maritime routes to freedom. \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/in-irons/
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:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212850Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Boats
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-2026-05-13/
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:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T163351Z
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SUMMARY:Does Mother Know Best? Matrilineal Influences on Whale Social Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of whale and dolphin social dynamics during this presentation on the role the females of the species play in social interactions\, including raising their young\, babysitting\, and even limiting bullying. Join Education Curator Courtney Felton to see if mother really does know best. \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/motherwhales/
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:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T163513Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Turtles in 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.  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/seaturtles/
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:20260522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251206T210436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162723Z
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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-2026-05-22/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T130000
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SUMMARY:Civil Air Patrol during World War II
DESCRIPTION:One of history’s secrets is just how close the war came to North Carolina’s coast.  Following the attack on Pearl Harbor\, America’s military was stretched thin\, depending on the service of civilians to help 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.  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/civilairpatrol/
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:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212735Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Birds
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-2026-06-10/
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:20260611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T164011Z
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SUMMARY:Museum’s Most Wanted: Identifying and Dealing with Museum Pests
DESCRIPTION:Many museum artifacts provide tasty treats for a variety of insects\, animals\, and fungi. A big part of museum conservation is preventing damage to our artifacts\, which means knowing what’s eating your collection. Join museum Conservator Michelle Crepeau in this lecture about identifying common museum pests\, their impact on collections\, and both historical and modern methods of mitigation and prevention. \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/museumpests/
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:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251218T171921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T140455Z
UID:13198-1781481600-1781913599@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Blue Compass I
DESCRIPTION:Blue Compass I is a new Summer Science School class that provides children entering grades 1 and 2 with fun and adventure in their coastal environment. The five-day camp highlights the traditions\, natural resources\, and rich history of the North Carolina coast. Campers will discover how boats float\, create fish prints\, investigate shipwrecks\, dress like pirates\, and tour Bonehenge Whale Center to learn about whales. Each day features interactive projects\, outdoor exploration\, and fun discoveries about life along the coast. \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-i/
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:20260619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251206T210436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162737Z
UID:12713-1781877600-1781879400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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-2026-06-19/
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:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251218T171921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T214612Z
UID:13211-1782086400-1782518399@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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/
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:20260625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T144230Z
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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. These roles included net mending\, running stores\, 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.  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/tryingwomen/
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:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20211221T174136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T173721Z
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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.
URL:https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/event/seashore-life-i/
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:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20211221T175933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T152236Z
UID:13263-1783468800-1783727999@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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-2026-07-08/
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:20260708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212653Z
UID:12772-1783501200-1783508400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Cove: Sharks
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-2026-07-08/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:children's program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251218T171921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T133158Z
UID:13212-1783900800-1784332799@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Blue Compass III
DESCRIPTION:Blue Compass III is a new Summer Science School class that provides children entering grades 5 and 6 with fun and adventure in their coastal environment. This five-day camp highlights the maritime traditions\, natural resources\, and rich history of the North Carolina coast. Campers will build a model boat\, learn traditional fishing techniques\, investigate underwater archaeology\, learn how to navigate the seven seas\, 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-iii/
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:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T164506Z
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SUMMARY:Sensational Sharks: History and Conservation of Sharks in North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:It’s shark week! Join Education Curator 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.  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/sharks/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220103T190157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T211613Z
UID:11583-1784592000-1784937599@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Coastal Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Students in grades 7 to 10 will learn in depth the importance of estuaries and coastal processes in this four-day camp offered in partnership with the North Carolina Coastal Reserve Rachel Carson. The camp includes field trips to the Rachel Carson Reserve and Bonehenge Whale Center\, as well as plankton observing\, squid dissections\, bird watching\, whale and dolphin study\, and much more. The course runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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/coastal-adventures/
LOCATION:North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort\, 315 Front St.\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:summer science school
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251218T171921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T173329Z
UID:13199-1785110400-1785542399@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
SUMMARY:Blue Compass I
DESCRIPTION:Blue Compass I is a new Summer Science School class that provides children entering grades 1 and 2 with fun and adventure in their coastal environment. The five-day camp highlights the traditions\, natural resources\, and rich history of the North Carolina coast. Campers will discover how boats float\, create fish prints\, investigate shipwrecks\, dress like pirates\, and tour Bonehenge Whale Center to learn about whales. Each day features interactive projects\, outdoor exploration\, and fun discoveries about life along the coast. \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-i-2026-07-27/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T164727Z
UID:12844-1785412800-1785416400@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\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20211221T175933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T152231Z
UID:13267-1785888000-1786147199@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T165010Z
UID:12845-1786017600-1786021200@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251218T171921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T133934Z
UID:13213-1786320000-1786751999@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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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:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220105T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T212503Z
UID:12773-1786525200-1786532400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20251206T210436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T162757Z
UID:12714-1787320800-1787322600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T192715Z
UID:12846-1787832000-1787835600@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
CREATED:20220106T145205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T170746Z
UID:12847-1788436800-1788440400@ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T053202
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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