Ocracoke, NC

Standing since 1823, this whitewashed tower is North Carolina's oldest operating lighthouse. Explore the historic grounds while learning about maritime navigation from National Park Service rangers.

This granite marker commemorates a Confederate fort built in 1861 during the Civil War. Visit at sunset for striking views over the water while reflecting on the island's strategic wartime significance.

Walk through a maritime forest to the historic waters where Blackbeard met his fate. The preserve's ancient live oaks and sound-side beach offer a peaceful retreat into Ocracoke's natural past.

This intimate venue hosts Ocracoke Island's cultural heartbeat with folk music and storytelling. Catch the acclaimed Molasses Creek band or Ocrafolk Opry during summer evenings in this air-conditioned theater.

Housed in the historic David Williams House, this museum showcases Ocracoke Island's maritime heritage through authentic artifacts and photographs. Five curated rooms transport you to early 20th-century island life.