Bring a bit of fall home with our holiday craft bags. 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 more fun craft and activity options to entertain and...
Where do superstitions come from and why are mariners tied to them so tightly? Sign up to enjoy a maritime twist on the coming spooky season. Homeschool programs are offered the last Friday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m. Classes are geared for...
Hop aboard the museum van and ride up to Fayetteville to visit the Museum of the Cape Fear, eat lunch, and visit close-by sites and shops. Tickets include the trip from and return to Southport, lunch, and any admission fees. The trip departs from the...
Join the crew for a free weekend of living history of the Cape Fear region in the early 1900s. Learn about those who protected mariners locally from storms and shipwrecks, and those who fought for our country. How did our region assist in the war...
Join the Maritime Museum for a short lecture on the history of seafood in the area, followed by a sampling of that week’s featured item. Classes held at the museum are BYOB, with cheese and crackers and veggies trays available. Not interested in BYOB? we...
Spend your Saturday with our crew learning the basics of Nautical Navigation. From taking a sextant shot to reading nautical charts, get an overview of navigation aids and learn just how fearful the Cape Fear can be. Salty Dog Summer Camps, for ages 18 and...
Join the Maritime Museum for a short lecture on the history of seafood in the area, followed by a sampling of that week’s featured item. Classes held at the museum are BYOB, with cheese and crackers and veggies trays available. Not interested in BYOB? we...
Sensory Saturday Sensory Saturday programs are offered the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m.–11 a.m. During this program, exhibit lights are dimmed, all audio turned off, and a special activity or craft will be offered. This program is geared for individuals and families...
Get past the hard shells of these mammoth aquatic creatures to learn all about the ones who use our beaches for their nests. After a rundown of the basics, hop on the ferry and head to Bald Head Island Conservancy to learn with environmental champions....
Join the Maritime Museum for a short lecture on the history of seafood in the area, followed by a sampling of that week’s featured item. Classes held at the museum are BYOB, with cheese and crackers and veggies trays available. Not interested in BYOB? we...
Hop on down to the Garrison Lawn for our annual celebration of everything maritime! From the fish swimming in the water, to the shrimper, to protectors of our waterways, and so much more, there is something for everyone at this free event. Crafts, activities, scavenger...
Come celebrate National Maritime Day with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport! Take part in the 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run, then visit the museum to see “The Sea Shall Not Have Them,” focusing on the formation of the United States Coast Guard. Stick...