DEFENDING THE EAST COAST: HOW CONVERTED VESSELS HELPED TO WIN THE BATTLE OF THE ATLANTIC

MAR 04, 2015

59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, NC 27943
Phone: 252-986-2995
Email: [email protected]

The program will also be streamed LIVE during a 6 p.m. online presentation at http://csi.northcarolina.edu/ustream.

The focus of this study will be on converted fishing trawlers, specifically ones ultimately wrecked off of the coast of North Carolina. The vessels YP-389, HMS Senateur Duhamel, and HMT Bedfordshire were used commercially prior to the outbreak of the war and then converted for military operations. The purpose of this study is to better understand each ship’s use as a commercial and military vessel and to examine the adaptation and conversion methods. This study hopes to better understand reasons for adapting commercial vessels for military use. Presenter: Will Sassorossi, East Carolina University. Free program. 11 a.m. The program will also be streamed LIVE during a 6 p.m. online presentation at http://csi.northcarolina.edu/ustream. For more information, call 252-986-2995 or email [email protected]. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, N.C. 27943. www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

CHILDREN AT PLAY MARDI GRAS GALA

MAR 07, 2015

1 Sailfish Drive, Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: 252-261-0290

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The 2015 Children at Play Mardi Gras Gala will take place at the Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove in Nags Head, NC at 7:00 PM on March 7, 2015. The Gala will feature the local band (to be determined) from 7:30 – 9:30. The local restaurant (to be determined) will provide traditional New Orleans style buffet. Attire will be black tie and guests will be adorned with New Orleans style masks. The hall will be decorated by (to be determined) in a traditional New Orleans style. Street Performers will mingle among the guests, making the event feel and look like Bourbon Street. A silent auction will be set up for guests to bid on as they enter the Gala. The director will give a short speech at 8:30 PM to honor our sponsors and contributors. A slide show of our new exhibits and the history of the museum and its growth will be shown. An open bar with beer and wine will be served all evening. The event will end at 11:00 PM.

2015 GRAVEYARD 100

MAR 07, 2015 – MAR 08, 2015

Outer Banks , Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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The 100-mile course is actually 101.5 miles point-to-point Cutoff: 30-Hours. Runners will travel the entire length of paved highway on Bodie Island and Hatteras Island viewing much of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore via historic Hwy 12. Runners will see beautiful landscapes including 3 of the famous North Carolina Lighthouses. Runners will cross the 2.5 mi. long Bonner Bridge spanning Oregon Inlet between Bodie Island and Hatteras Island at the 50mi. point between noon and sunset. All runners will cross Bonner Bridge on foot unless there is risk of injury from wind/weather. In the event of a weather emergency or road closure an alternate course will be in effect. Bonner bridge does not have a coned off right of way. The Graveyard 100 is designed to be a point-to-point course with the intention of running from Corolla to Hatteras via Hwy 12. The alternate out-and-back course isn’t something we want to implement and will only do so in the event of a weather emergency.

CAPE HATTERAS STUDENT ART EXHIBIT RECEPTION

MAR 12, 2015

59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, NC 27943
Phone: 252-986-2995
Email: [email protected]

Join us for a reception for the elementary and secondary school students participating in Cape Hatteras Student Art Exhibition. Enjoy light refreshments at the public reception. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 252-986-2995, email [email protected] or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, N.C. 27943.

SEA WINDS

MAR 13, 2015

59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, NC 27943
Phone: 252-986-2995
Email: [email protected]

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Kids explore wind and how it historically affected ships and the coast, and continues to shape barrier island life. Hands-on craft making highlights the evening program with snacks in the mix. Ages 6-12. Everything provided. Reservations required. Free. For more information, call 252-986-2995, email [email protected] or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, N.C. 27943.

OUTER BANKS WEDDING SHOWCASE

MAR 14, 2015

Sanderling Resort , Duck, NC 27949

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Sanderling Resort in Duck, North Carolina is proud to host with its preferred vendors the Wedding Showcase on Saturday, March 14, 2015 from 11am – 4pm. Brides and grooms can sample cakes from local bakeries and meet with photographers, officiants, videographers, event designers/florists and more! Everything you’ll need to plan your destination wedding to the Outer Banks, under one roof, set against the beautiful backdrop of bright sun, sea breeze and the beauty of North Carolina. You don’t need to be a Sanderling bride to take advantage of this great opportunity.

KELLY’S RUNNING OF THE LEPRECHAUNS 10K

MAR 14, 2015

2316 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27954
Phone: 252-441-4116
Email: [email protected]

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8am start and finish at Kelly’s Restaurant Parking Lot.

26TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

MAR 15, 2015

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2316 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959

Parade starts at 1 pm at MP 11.5, at the intersection of Bladen St. and Virginia Dare Trail (Beach Road) and continues north to Driftwood St. Free Parade celebration at Kelly’s with entertainment, awards and free hot dogs for all till they’re gone!

BBQ & WINGS SHOWDOWN

MAR 20, 2015

1731 N. Virginia Dare Trail , Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Phone: 800-552-6257
Email: [email protected]

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This year marks the 3rd annual Outer Banks Taste of the Beach – Outer Banks BBQ Showdown; & new to the 2015 competition…WINGS! Joe Lamb Jr & Associates is excited to sponsor this fantastic food event! The Outer Bank’s top culinary establishments offer up traditional pulled pork and tender fall-off-the-bone ribs, to succulent saucy hot chicken wings. Musical guest for the second year in a row, the famous, chart topping, Johnny Waters & Company! REMEMBER…Guests who stay with Joe Lamb Jr. anytime during the week of March 14-22 receive two (2) FREE adult tickets to the BBQ Showdown and a Joe Lamb Jr. cooler and T-shirt!

OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY QUILT SHOW

MAR 07, 2015 – MAR 21, 2015

1 Festival Park, Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: 252-475-1500

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March 7-21 (Mon-Fri- 9 a.m. to 4 p.m./ Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m). Event Room. An opening reception will be held March 6 from 6-8 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Antique and new quilts will be on display through March 21. The collection is drawn from quilt makers or quilt owners attached to the Eastern, NC region. The exhibition features full-sized and mini fun quilts. Past shows have seen examples of quilts ranging in date from the 19th to the 21st century. Traditional patterns are used on many quilts. Viewers will witness a range of themes and techniques including quilting, embroidery and appliqué. The show and reception are free and open to the public .

OBX TASTE OF THE BEACH

MAR 19, 2015 – MAR 22, 2015

Outer Banks, Nags Head, NC 27959

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4 Days of Food Drink and Fun on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Make plans to join us for the upcoming 2015 Outer Banks Taste of the Beach event on Thursday, March 19th ~ Sunday, March 22nd, 2015. {Please note that this year Taste of the Beach does NOT coincide with the Kelly’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade (that is going to be on Sunday March 15th).

CAPE HATTERAS STUDENT ART SHOW

MAR 03, 2015 – MAR 27, 2015

59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, NC 27943
Phone: 252-986-2995
Email: [email protected]

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View the creative works of Cape Hatteras school students during the month of March at the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. The education room walls come to life with a wide variety of art. Inspired to unleash their creativity and work with a variety of materials, students explore the fundamentals of art to create eclectic images. Cape Hatteras Elementary School and Secondary School students will be represented in this month-long exhibition that features a March 12 reception. The exhibition and reception are open to the public. For more information, call 252-986-2995, email [email protected] or visit www.ncmaritimemuseums.com. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras, N.C. 27943.