• Saturday, June 7th 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Visitors who have always wanted to explore the acclaimed North Carolina Maritime Museum can enjoy everything this landmark has to offer and miles more at the annual Museum Day. Held in early June, this event features a wealth of activities, games, music, and unique displays from opening to closing time, and is a fantastic opportunity to explore this museum, and the charming town of Beaufort, North Carolina, in depth.

Most all of the activities featured at the annual Museum Day center on life at the water, and visitors will enjoy a wealth of new information and discoveries, in addition to the regular assortment of artifacts, displays, and features that the museum is renowned for. The Museum Day takes place at Gallants Channel, which is an extension of the museum itself, and offers lots of things to do such as fishing with a cane pole in the neighboring waters, joining in an assortment of games, listening to live music, or just relaxing and enjoying the waterfront view. All activities and entertainment is free to the public, and membership to the North Carolina Maritime Museum will be available on-site. With so many ways to celebrate, the Museum Day is a prime opportunity to discover this gem or a destination to the fullest.

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic Beach today.

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AB Watersport Adventures

AB Watersport Adventures

There are literally endless ways to enjoy the water along the Crystal Coast, and AB Watersport Adventures has you covered. Evplore the beautiful waters of the intercoatal waterways on one of our Jet Skis. For a more educational adventure we offer a jet ski tour to the Capeloout Lighthouse. We also offer rental boats so your family can enjoy one of the Crystal Coat's beautiful barrier islands. Located along the Atlantic Beach Causeway, and easy to reach for folks staying along the barrier island as well as Morehead City, this convenient and accommodating watersports company serves as a launching point for a host of fun-filled days on the Southern Outer Banks.