Living on the Outer Banks has always had its challenges, especially back in the day, and Bankers tend to be opportunists as a result. For over 300 years, a ship ashore was a ship to be salvaged, in short order. Hatteras Island native and historian Danny Couch tells a delightful tale of the history of this tradition… Continue reading day of the doritos: an obx wreck busting tale
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has the lost colony really been found?
For more than 425 years the fate of the Lost Colony has beguiled everyone who has studied it. New evidence suggests the Roanoke colonists fled west, and archeologists are closely examining a site in Bertie County. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Ed Beckley recounts the history of the search and where we are now.… Continue reading has the lost colony really been found?
did the lost colonists just head for hatteras?
New evidence found on Hatteras Island suggests that at least some of The Lost Colony may have just moved to Hatteras Island with their buddy Manteo! This great story by Ed Beckley for the Outer Banks Voice, shares the latest fascinating finds of the all-volunteer Croatoan Archeological Society on Hatteras Island. ‘“Overwhelming circumstantial evidence” shows that some… Continue reading did the lost colonists just head for hatteras?
you can help rodanthe pier rebuild!
February’s big coastal storm took a huge toll on the Rodanthe Pier. On Thursday, February 12, 80 feet of the pier buckled and fell into the ocean, the parking lot and septic system were completely lost and the pier house damaged. Thankfully, the owner’s plan to rebuild, but they need our help, as insurance only covers the… Continue reading you can help rodanthe pier rebuild!
new evidence sheds light on lost colony mystery
The Lost Colony is one of our most popular local legends, and this article in Britain’s Daily Mail confirms it still holds global interest. They report that new evidence may provide an important clue concerning the fate of the disappeared colonists. “New radar images have shown that British colonists may have settled in a remote part of what is now… Continue reading new evidence sheds light on lost colony mystery
coastal voices bring obx history to life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRkb2lCvzLo The history of the Outer Banks is filled with thrilling stories of life on the edge. Coastal Voices broadcasts, slated to begin Tuesday, June 17, will bring those stories to life through the people who lived those times. Coastal Voices is a multi-media, oral history project about life on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Hatteras,… Continue reading coastal voices bring obx history to life
haunted history tour at the lost colony in april
Take a walk on the wild side, and learn a thing a thing or two about Roanoke Island, when The Lost Colony presents a Haunted History Tour on April 22nd and 23rd. “Learn first-hand why Sir Walter Raleigh sent his colonists here, what they hoped to accomplish and the history changing outcomes of their journey.… Continue reading haunted history tour at the lost colony in april
calling all artists with an “eye for art, a heart for history”
The Outer Banks History Center in Manteo is celebrating 25 years by partnering with the Dare County Arts Council to present an art exhibit showcasing the area’s vast, varied and vibrant history. Opening February of next year, this juried show will be on view nearly all year at the OBHC in Manteo. All entry materials must… Continue reading calling all artists with an “eye for art, a heart for history”
nellie myrtle midgette: an outer banks original beachcomber
If you’ve never been to the Outer Banks Beachcomber Museum, you’ll want to put it on your list. You’ll need to be a little vigilant– checking around to see what days it will be open (hot tip: it’s open Thursdays and Fridays this August from 10 am to 4pm, and usually on holiday weekends), but… Continue reading nellie myrtle midgette: an outer banks original beachcomber