Stop by the museum for Sensory Saturday! From 10 a.m. to noon on the first Saturday of every month, the exhibit hall lights will be dimmed and audio volume will be muted.For April's event, you and/or your loved one will have the opportunity to decorate your...
Feel the love with some heart-filled crafts and activities for Valentine’s day! Enjoy on a quiet afternoon or with friends! Each kit includes four crafts with supplies and instructions, a link to view a special storytime with Miss Katy plus information on where to find...
Let’s get down and dirty with the indigo plant by learning its scientific name, how it grows, and how it was historically and is currently used. We’ll then create a tie-dyed work of art. Homeschool programs are offered the last Friday of every month. Classes...
How did this sleepy seaside town of Southport make money? January's Homeschool Friday takes a look into what made Southport economically stable. We'll discuss types of fishing vessels and what they would haul up, with a special look at menhaden fishermen. Homeschool programs are offered...
Join members of the North Carolina Military History Society on May 21 at noon for the presentation “Silent Sentinels.” The program is part of the museum’s Third Tuesday lecture series, which is held at the Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay St. Lectures are open to...
Join Dr. Warren Eugene Milteer Jr. in analyzing the intersections between hierarchies of wealth, gender, and occupation with ideas promoting white supremacy and discrimination. All Third Tuesday programs are free and open to the public; donations are appreciated. Lectures are held at the Southport Community Building,...
The program is part of the museum’s Third Tuesday lecture series, which is held at the Southport Community Building, 223 E. Bay St. Lectures are open to the public and geared for ages 16 years and older. The program is free; donations are appreciated. Seating is...
**We have reached building capacity** Join Bland and Ann Simpson as they blend history, nature, and humor into the narrative of eastern North Carolina. See beautiful images from across the state and be inspired with what North Carolina has been and what we hope it will...
Join Christine Brin, associate education curator from the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort, on Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. for the presentation “Stede Bonnet: Worst Pirate Ever?” The program is part of the museum’s Third Tuesday lecture series, which is held at the Southport...
**We have hit building capacity!** Join Rev. Sean Palmer to learn about the important nuances of this African-American ethnic enclave and why recognition of it is so important. All Third Tuesday programs are free and open to the public; donations are appreciated. Lectures are held at the...