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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

Dive into a wealth of coastal artifacts, folklore, and legendary figures with a visit to the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort. Operating as one of three maritime museums along coastal NC, this distinctive site is known for its unique ship-worthy exterior, its vast collection of exhibits that span centuries, and its close ties with the Southern Outer Banks’ most famous resident, Blackbeard the Pirate.

The museum is most famous for its artifacts from Blackbeard’s “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” which ran aground near Beaufort in 1718, and visitors are welcome to see the collection of ancient relics that once belonged to the infamous Edward Teach himself. There’s also plenty more to discover outside the pirate realm, including exhibits dedicated to the local lighthouse and lifesaving stations, the boating and seafood industry, the original natives and early residents, and much more. There’s also a boat building center located on-site - the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center - which teaches boat building skills to students of all ages, as well as a host of special events held throughout the year which range from educational programs to special outings just for kids. With a wide world of legendary history to uncover, the North Carolina Maritime Museum is a must for any Beaufort explorer.

NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort library

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort displays

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort auditorium

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - Rachel Carson Reserve sign

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - boathouse

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - boathouse

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - boathouse

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - boathouse

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort - watercraft center

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

NC Maritime Museum

NC Maritime Museum

NC Maritime Museum

NC Maritime Museum

NC Maritime Museum

NC Maritime Museum

Beaufort
Hours
Monday
9:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am-5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am-5:00pm
Friday
9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday
10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm-5:00pm
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Lawson Creek Park

Lawson Creek Park is an active destination that's suitable for nature lovers and outdoors fans of all genres. Encompassing a massive 140 acre site surrounded by the waters of Lawson Creek and Trent River, this park is a perfectly scenic locale that feels worlds away from the rest of Eastern North Carolina, but still has ample amenities to keep its more active visitors hard at play.

Radio Island Beach Access

Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors.

Dogs OK! Steps away from the beach ~ 4BR...

Welcome to Shore is Fun! This refreshed home is ready to host your next vacation! Technically, it’s a duplex with two kitchens and two living areas—but it’s rented as a single-family home, making it ideal for two (or more) families to vacation together. Located just 300 feet from the beach and only one row back from the Bogue Sound, you'll appreciate simple access to both!Inside, an adjoining door accepts you to savor time together and still have a bit of privacy. With a complete remodel in 2023, the updates include new floors, fresh paint, modern cabinets, updated appliances, a new front deck, and more!Bring along your well-behaved pup to enjoy the rare, fenced backyard! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home (2BR/1BA on each side) is packed with amenities, like Intelligent TVs in every bedroom and living area (just remember to log out of your apps!). The kitchens are entirely outfitted with sizable and modest appliances—think air fryer, crock pot, coffee maker, blender, and more.Unwind on the new front deck with rocking chairs for sunsets, or kick back on the ocean-view deck’s sectional couch (complete with a gate for added safety). The fenced backyard features a gas grille and a shaded porch hangout area, plus two enclosed hot/cold outdoor showers to rinse off after beach days.This home is designed for creating memorable family moments! Smoking is not allowed. Typical stays run Sunday to Sunday, but flexible dates are available depending on the season. Linens (linens, bath towels, and kitchen towels) are supplied with beds made. Family Animals are welcome with a $250 non-returnable pet fee per dog (up to two dogs).

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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