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Upcoming Events

1
Jul
July 1, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

History for Lunch: Caring for Your Family Heirlooms, Part 1
7
Jul
July 7, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

At the Movies: Secretariat

15
Jul
July 15, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

Summer Fun Day: Maritime Heritage Day
15
Jul
July 15, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

History for Lunch: A Highly Planned and Cooperative Form of Theft - NC's Naval Raiders, 1700-1865
4
Aug
August 4, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

At the Movies: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
5
Aug
August 5, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

History for Lunch: Searching for Shell Castle: Exploring Submerged Histories on the North Carolina Coast
19
Aug
August 19, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

History for Lunch: Caring for Your Family Heirlooms, Part 2
21
Oct
October 21, 2026
— Elizabeth City, NC

*RESCHEDULED:* History for Lunch: Honoring Holocaust Survivors Who Moved to North Carolina

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Free Admission; Donations appreciated.

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  • Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Closed:Sunday & Monday
  • Click for holiday closings

 

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Elizabeth City, NC 27909  
252-335-1453  
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