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Roanoke Island Maritime Museum: Traditional Watercraft and Regional Boat Building

104 Fernando Street, Manteo, NC 27954, UNITED STATES
252-475-1750

About

The Museum presents a NC Shad boat and early commercial fishing exhibit centered on the 1883 Shad boat Ella View. Additional displays explore boat building throughout the region. Its education programs emphasize the use, construction and celebration of traditional watercraft, along with related maritime activities.

Contact

104 Fernando Street, Manteo, NC 27954
sailing@townofmanteo.com
252-475-1750

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Visitor Reviews

Based on 4 reviews, visitors describe the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum as an unexpected find, note its connection to local boat builder George Washington Creef and the 1998 boathouse, and mention the lighthouse views and knot-related exhibit area. Reviews are attributed to Carmela S. (01/02/2017), Rebecca M. (10/01/2021), and Barrie P. (07/30/2022).

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