Ocracoke-NC.com logo

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

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
North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort map location
Hours
*Off-season hours may vary*
Call 252-504-7740 for current 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
Categories
Activities
Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Educational Activities

On the Outer Banks, it's easy to throw in a little education in with a vacation filled with fun, adventures, and new explorations.

Ocracoke, NC History

Ocracoke has a unique history that revolves around pirates, shipwrecks, and offshore battles. Occupied for hundreds of years, this now booming tourism destination has deep roots that run parallel to the history of the country.

Dog Friendly close to Ocracoke's beaches...

Animal House is a handsome freshly constructed pet friendly home located in Ocracoke's Pamlico Point community. Pamlico Point offers the closest access to Ocracoke's phenomenal beaches. You will savor a short bicycle ride to eateries, a grocery...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7