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December 2015
112th Annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight
Gather at the exact site at the exact time as the historic flight to remember, reflect and celebrate this day long anniversary tribute of the Wright Brother's first flight. See vintage aircraft and military hardware circle the Wright Brother's Memorial in tribute. For more info email dec17@firstflight.org
Find out more »March 2016
Was the Lost Colony truly LOST?
It’s a question that continues to be debated and discussed by scholars, archaeologists, armchair historians and casual tourists alike. Join The Croatoan Archaeological Society for an evening of enlightenment on the subject with Dr. Mark Horton of the University of Bristol, England on Thursday, March 31 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hatteras Village Community Building/Library. Dr. Horton and his teams of archaeologists and students have been coming to Hatteras Island annually for a decade in an attempt to determine if…
Find out more »May 2016
Hands Across the Sand Protest Against Offshore Drilling & Seismic Testing
We do not have rain plans for either the activity or the celebration as both were planned to be outdoors. You are encouraged to keep an eye on the forecast, especially if traveling here to participate. We'll update announcements here as we get closer to the weekend. Join fellow concerned citizens "hand-in-hand" for 15 minutes displaying continued opposition to offshore drilling and seismic testing. President Obama took the Atlantic Coast off the next five-year offshore drilling plan , but this…
Find out more »June 2016
Learn About Sea Turtles Like A Ninja From A Real NPS Ranger On Hatteras Island
ATTENTION ALL KIDS ... of all ages!! Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering a fun way to learn about sea turtles. Every Tuesday through Friday until September 5th, a kid-friendly park ranger activity will be conducted on the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse grounds. Meet at the Keepers of the Light Amphitheater at 11:30am. Learn like a ninja and have a great time with a National Park Ranger!
Find out more »October 2016
The Lost Colony Wine Festival
Make plans now to return to northern Roanoke Island during Columbus Day weekend for The Lost Colony Wine Festival on Saturday, October 8, 2016! Sip a wide variety of wines, indulge in delightful culinary experiences, and enjoy live entertainment with the picturesque Roanoke Sound behind you. The Festival will be held in the Sound Stage Theatre and the backstage areas of the Waterside Theatre at Fort Raleigh National Park. The Roanoke Island Historical Association is pleased to partner with the…
Find out more »April 2017
Ghosts of the Lost Colony
This project is funded in part by the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. The history of our modern America began here…experience it in an entirely new way. The Lost Colony is thrilled to present this interactive theatrical experience! Step back in time with us as we uncover the mysteries of Roanoke Island through firsthand encounters with the ghosts of those who lived here.You will be guided by Trevor Janzen, Founder of Astral Plane Investigations, on an interactive adventure exploring paranormal activity…
Find out more »May 2017
Friday Night Auction in Nags Head
Decoys, Country Store Advertising & Antiques - Fun for All! Island Auction Company will be having a Friday Night Antique Auction hosted by the Shops at Central Square Shopping Center in Nags Head, MP 11. As always we will have 250+ Lots of Hand Picked & Estate Fresh Antiques & Quality Items. We are a fairly Fast Paced Sale selling Several items every Minute so Come on out and Enjoy the Ambiance of the Auction. The Spring Weather is feeling…
Find out more »June 2017
Friday Night Auction in Nags Head
Island Auction Company will be having a Friday Night Antique Auction hosted by the Shops at Central Square Shopping Center in Nags Head, MP 11. Come on out and enjoy some High Cotton BBQ and the ambiance of the auction. As always we will have 300+ Lots of Hand Picked & Estate Fresh Antiques & Quality Items. There is something for everyone. We are a fairly Fast Paced Sale selling Several items every Minute so Come on out and Enjoy…
Find out more »December 2017
2017 Swan Days Festival
SAVE THE DATE! Swan Days Festival • Lake Mattamuskeet • December 9, 2017, 9:00AM–4:00PM. Guided migratory bird tours. Living history of CCC Company 424, Swan Quarter and Mattamuskeet Camps. Live raptor demonstration by Steve Hoddy of EarthQuest. Live exotic bird exhibits by Sylvan Heights. Lake Mattamuskeet and Native American history. Craft and food vendors. Much more! All ages! Learn more: (252) 926-4021 or http://www.swandays.com.
Find out more »March 2018
Ghosts of the Lost Colony
An interactive ghost tour on the grounds of The Lost Colony. The history of our modern America began here… experience it in an entirely new way. The Lost Colony is thrilled to present this interactive theatrical experience! Step back in time as we uncover the mysteries of Roanoke Island through firsthand encounters with the ghosts of those who lived here. You will be guided by Trevor Janzen, Founder of Astral Plane Investigations, on an interactive adventure exploring paranormal activity hotspots,…
Find out more »June 2018
Royal Tea at The Lost Colony
A Special Invite to the Queen’s Court Join us Thursday evenings before the show for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Enjoy tea and sweets with the Queen’s Master of Ceremony and Sir Walter Raleigh, while waiting to be presented to Queen Elizabeth I. Have your picture taken with Her Royal Highness! Perfect for celebrating a special occasion. Tickets are $12 and seating is limited.
Find out more »July 2018
Your Name in Cherokee
"ᎤᎵᎮᎵᏍᏗ" Not a familiar word? Unless you read Cherokee, you may not recognize it; however, visitors to the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center will hear the words - which mean Welcome" - at the museum this summer. Although considered by some to be endangered, the written Cherokee language dates back to the early 1800's. It was developed over a period of 12 years by Cherokee native, Sequoyan, who began the process in 1809. By the 1900's the language was widely…
Find out more »Survival Skills of the Hatteras Natives
Survival Skills of the Hatteras Tribe, and other Carolina and Virginia Algonquins - a lecture and demonstration at the Frisco Native American Museum, Friday, July 27th at 1 p.m. - on Hatteras Island - Free with Museum admission. Come meet Bill McConnell from Past Skills Wilderness School in Montana. You may have watched him on "Dual Survival" on the Discovery Channel. McConnell is what's called a primitive survivalist, according to his bio on the "Dual Survival" website. He started wilderness training when…
Find out more »August 2018
Virginia Dare Faire
Celebrate the 431st birthday of Virginia Dare on Saturday, August 18th, with events all day at the Ft. Raleigh National Historic Site! The Virginia Dare Faire will be held outside of the Lost Colony Administration Building from 10am to 1pm. The event is offered in partnership with the National Park Service and the Roanoke Island Historical Association. Activities for Virginia Dare Faire are free of charge and open to children of all ages: • Create coil pots from clay, learn…
Find out more »September 2018
Opening Reception for “Daring to Lead: North Carolina Women in Politics, 1894-2010”
Please join us for an opening reception for the Outer Banks History Center's fall exhibit, "Daring to Lead: North Carolina Women in Politics, 1894-2010!" In honor of 2018's "Pink Wave" of women running for political office, this exhibit traces the history of women in politics in Dare County and beyond throughout the 20th century. It features unique primary sources exploring women’s fight to win the vote in North Carolina in the 1910s, Kill Devil Hills’ first female mayor in the…
Find out more »October 2018
Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree – 300th Anniversary
Four days of swashbuckling fun - living history, ship battles, sword fights, historical talks, rowdy songs, and more! Chart your course to Ocracoke for the Annual Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree October 25 – 28, 2018 to commemorate the 300th Anniversary of Blackbeard’s historic last battle directly off the shores of Ocracoke Island. Step back in time with the sights and sounds of 17th- and 18th-century pirate life as Ocracoke Island comes alive with pirate reenactment crews as they invade by land and…
Find out more »November 2018
Whalehead’s Candlelight Christmas
Step back in time to the 1920's decor and customs taking place during Mr. and Mrs. Knight's time in Corolla. Whalehead is beautifully decorated in the tradition of the times with greenery, Christmas trees, music, luscious food, fruit, candy and nuts. The tour will feature a live performance on the original one of a kind Steinway piano, custom designed for Mrs. Knight. Tour participants will see four floors of this magnificent mansion including the newly designed Starkey room exhibit. Guests…
Find out more »December 2018
115th Annual Wright Brothers First Flight Celebration
Celebrate the 115th anniversary of the Wright Brothers' first flight by gathering at the exact location and exact time that it happened all of those years ago! Wright Brothers National Memorial Park admission is free that day, so enjoy the musical performances, tributes, and reenactments for free! The observance begins with a patriotic musical prelude. The formal program will commemorate the Wrights’ achievement and pay tribute to Mrs. Katherine Johnson; no longer a hidden figure in the history of NASA…
Find out more »February 2019
Black History Month Program – “Freedmen, Surfmen, Heroes”
A live presentation on the unique history of Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Life-Savers. Etheridge, a slave taught to read and write, was the nation's first African American Keeper, and Station Pea Island the only black station in the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service. Using vivid imagery, reenactment, and interpretation, presenters teach the story of Etheridge's live, the role surfmen played along the Outer Banks, and about the station's most famous rescue. Also teaches lessons about the importance…
Find out more »Black History Month Program – “Freedmen, Surfmen, Heroes”
A live presentation about the history of Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Life-Savers. Etheridge, a slave who grew up on Roanoke Island, was the nation's first Keeper of a U.S. Life-Saving Service station, and Station Pea Island the only station in the history of the service that had an all black crew. Using vivid imagery, reenactment, and interpretation the presenters teach about the story of Richard Etheridge life and the events that led to his Freedom, the role of…
Find out more »March 2019
Queen Anne’s Revenge Exhibit
To commemorate the 300th anniversary of Blackbeard’s adventures along the North Carolina coast – the place where he was ultimately brought to justice – the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is showcasing a traveling exhibit that includes artifacts representing weaponry, nautical tools and personal items recovered from his wrecked flagship the Queen Anne’s Revenge. The public is invited to view this free exhibit in the Ticket Sales Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park from March 8 to May 31.…
Find out more »April 2019
Ghosts of the Lost Colony
Step back in time, be a part of the mysteries of Roanoke Island and meet the ghosts of the past. Join a team of ghost hunters who have discovered hot spots believed to be associated with spirits of the Lost Colony of 1587 and the show The Lost Colony. The Astral Plane Investigations team lead their groups on an hour-long tour, visiting locations in the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Waterside Theatre where ghost appearances and other paranormal activity occur. As your group…
Find out more »May 2019
The Lost Colony Opening Night
The 82nd Season Opening Night production of The Lost Colony will be on May 31st from 6-10pm. The Lost Colony, America’s Greatest Unsolved Mystery is performed on the site where the actual events occurred. A company of over 100 actors, dancers, singers and technicians create a magical evening for your whole family. Experience epic battles, haunting Indian dances, elegant costuming and beautiful music in this enormous stage production that brings our nation’s oldest mystery to life all around you.
Find out more »June 2019
The Lost Colony
In 1587, 117 English men, women, and children came ashore on Roanoke Island to establish a permanent English settlement in the New World. Just three years later in 1590, when English ships returned to bring supplies, they found the island deserted with no sign of the colonists. After nearly 450 years, the mystery of what happened to the colonists remains unsolved. The Lost Colony, is performed each summer on the same site where these actual events occurred. Under the direction of…
Find out more »August 2019
Outer Banks Pirate Festival
Get ready for a swashbucklin’ good time as Kitty Hawk Kites hosts the Outer Banks Pirate Festival. Pirates of Blackbeard's crew and their mateys will be camped out at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing. Come learn the vast history of pirates on the OBX, and participate in Scalawag school for the little ones to see if they have what it takes to be a part of Blackbeard's Crew! Wednesday, August 14 • 10 AM – 2 PM | Pirate Kids’ Day •…
Find out more »September 2019
The Lost Colony Wine & Culinary Festival
Wine! Food! Music! Old world and new world wines from around the globe will be poured accompanied by local fare served with warm island hospitality. The Grand Tasting takes place at the Sound Stage Theatre surrounded by the beautiful views of Roanoke Sound. Ten of the Outer Banks’ favorite restaurants and best chefs will be serving their specialties, complementing the body and aromas of the wines poured. Adjacent will be our Craft Beer Garden where you can sample the handicraft…
Find out more »October 2019
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival
The East coast’s premier wildlife festival features over 90 amazing wildlife trips and programs on Birding, Paddling, History, Photography, Art and more! Experienced leaders will hold programs in 6 national wildlife refuges and 6 Northeastern North Carolina counties! The annual festival takes place over 6 days in October and another 3-day Winter encore session in December. See Full Schedule & Register Online
Find out more »November 2019
Cape Hatteras Surf Fishing Heritage Celebration
To celebrate the past, present, and future of surf fishing at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, a full day of talks and presentations on a variety of surf fishing-related topics will be offered at the 1st Cape Hatteras Surf Fishing Heritage Celebration on November 2nd. The event will include presentations on the history of surf fishing at the seashore, casting demonstrations, evolution of beach buggies, rod building, and more.
Find out more »December 2019
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival – Encore Session
The East coast’s premier wildlife festival features over 90 amazing wildlife trips and programs on Birding, Paddling, History, Photography, Art and more! Experienced leaders hold programs in six national wildlife refuges! The annual festival takes place over 6 days in October and another 3 day Winter encore session in December. The December Wings Over Water Encore session is December 6th through the 8th. This portion of Wings Over Water is held later, in what is often colder weather. It was instituted…
Find out more »116th Wright Brothers Anniversary of Powered Flight
On December 17th, the First Flight Society honors a 99 yr old WWII veteran, the 70th Anniversary of the Berlin Airlift, and the 116th Anniversary of Powered Flight. Join us at Wright Brothers National Monument. The First Flight Society annually honors those individuals and groups that have achieved significant “firsts” in aviation and includes them in their Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine exhibit at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. This year’s honorees are 99-year-old Colonel Gail Halvorsen, USAF (Ret)…
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