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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort
On July 9, 1999, the 4,830‑ton Cape Hatteras Lighthouse completed an incredible 2,900‑foot journey across land to escape the encroaching shoreline. After extensive preparation, the move took just 23 days. The lighthouse was re-lit at its new location on November 13, 1999. Image: Using a network of hydraulic jacks, the lighthouse was slowly moved to its new, safer location. (Image courtesy National Park Service). Image: The Principal Keeper's Quarters moves ahead of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse to the new site. (Image courtesy National Park Service). ... See MoreSee Less
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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort
The Greensboro Daily News reported that on July 7, 1931, Easley Pace Jr. of Goldsboro was hospitalized in Wilmington after being thrown from a surfboard at Wrightsville Beach, suffering a deep leg cut and several bruises. This is the earliest known record of a surfing‑related injury for a man in North Carolina waters. Image: An undated picture of the James Walker Hospital at North Tenth and Rankin streets in Wilmington. (Image courtesy New Hanover County Library). ... See MoreSee Less
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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort
Celebrate North Carolina’s Revolutionary War history with us! While early clashes like the burning of Fort Johnston in 1775 and the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge in 1776 made headlines, most of the state stayed relatively quiet until 1781. That calm gave NC revolutionaries the chance to build an essential maritime supply network—funneling weapons, gunpowder, and goods from Europe and the West Indies to support the Continental Army and militias from 1775 to 1779. These supplies helped shape the fight for American independence. To honor North Carolina’s impact on the Revolution, explore our “Road to Revolution” exhibit to discover how NC’s waterways helped fuel revolutionary success. We’ll be open today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. We’re excited to celebrate the 250th Fourth of July with you and share these incredible stories! ... See MoreSee Less
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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort
Feathered Friday There’s no such thing as a “seagull”! Visitors to North Carolina’s coast will inevitably encounter the birds commonly referred to as seagulls. But did you know, despite being referred to as seagulls, no bird is actually named a seagull? North Carolina’s coast is home to six different types of gulls. The most common one you’ll meet in coastal North Carolina in July is the laughing gull. The laughing gull is a classic summer gull, with a call that really does sound like laughter. Adults sport a bold black head in warm months that fades to gray-white in winter. Image: Laughing gull riding on head of pelican. (Image courtesy NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort). Image: Laughing gull, Carteret County, June 2026. (Image courtesy NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort). ... See MoreSee Less
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North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort

1 week ago

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort
Holiday Schedule Update! Friday, July 3: Our staff will be observing the state holiday, and the museum and watercraft center will be closed. Saturday, July 4: The main museum will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., but please note the watercraft center will remain closed. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend! ... See MoreSee Less
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