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 Children and adults alike
will enjoy our fun, family-oriented programs. From
demonstrations and drills to living history and
storytelling, we relive the lives of the men who
participated in some of the most daring sea rescues
of the last century.
Our extensive exhibits boast
on the largest collections of maritime photography
from the era of Outer banks lifesaving. We are also
a repository for personal collections and artifacts.
Journals, uniforms, tools, rescue equipment, and
other collections bring the story to life. The
collections are only a portion gathered and managed
by the Chicamacomico Historical Association.
2011 SEASON
Hours
of Operation: Monday – Friday, 10 am to 5 pm
Tours:
Individual and small group tours are self-guided
with the aid of navigational pamphlet. A
comprehensive Site Guide is presented to each group
that identifies each building and all the rooms in
both stations. This guide answers all the
“what’s that?” questions; staff and volunteers
are eager to answer all of your deeper questions.
Formal
Group Tours with Presentation: By advanced
reservations.
Programs: June, July, and August only. All
programs last approximately one hour. Inclement
weather may cause programs to be cancelled for your
safety. Staff has the final call as to whether
programs will be cancelled.
Monday
@ 2 pm
- Live from the
Set of Nights in Rodanthe
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Chicamacomico’s Site Operations Manager, Linda
Molloy, had a role in this Warner Brothers movie
opposite Richard Gere. Come hear her exciting
story and ask her to autograph the book and DVD
available in the Gift Shop. A most unique
vacation souvenir.
Tuesday @ 2 pm -
“America’s Forgotten Heroes: Amazing True Local
Wreck & Rescue Stories”
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A brief
history of the Service and this site, culminating
with details of the true, daring, and heroic rescues
of these brave “storm warriors”, especially the
dramatic S.S. Mirlo rescue story.
Family-friendly (but not for toddlers). Some of the
most amazing history you never knew! Admission
stickers purchased in Gift Shop.
Wednesday @ 2 pm - “The REAL Taffy of Torpedo
Junction”.
Taffy of Torpedo Junction
is a fictional work first
published by the University of North Carolina Press
in 1957. In 2008 the book was syndicated in many
newspapers throughout North Carolina, being
published in serial fashion one chapter at a time
and used in many classrooms. It tells the dramatic
story of a 12-year-old girl living on Hatteras
Island and is set during World War Two. The story
was written by Nell Wise Wechter who previously had
been a teacher at the Buxton school on Hatteras
Island. One of Mrs. Wechter students was the then
12-year-old Carol Dillon. The Taffy character is
based on Ms. Dillon.
Ms. Dillon is alive and well as the
owner/operator of the Outer Banks Motel in Buxton,
very near the lighthouse. As is often the case, the
truth is more amazing than fiction. Come hear
stories and eye-witness accounts as told by Ms.
Dillon about her life on the Island during this
tumultuous time. Suitable for ALL AGES and highly
recommended.
Thursday @ 2:00 pm - Beach Apparatus Drill
Reenactment.
Also
commonly known as the historic Breeches Buoy Rescue
Drill. The "Only" two places in the entire country
to perform the full drill with live black-powder
firing and projectile. ONLY one in the world
performed by active-duty U.S. Coast Guard
personnel. A popular event, so come early. Program
begins precisely at 2:00 p.m. Gather at the 1874
Life-Saving Station after purchasing tickets at the
gift shop in the 1911 Life-Saving Station.
Friday
@ 2:00 pm -
What
REALLY Happened to the Lost Colony?
Once
you know the basic true facts, it is no
mystery at all! Scott Dawson will mesmerize you
with his vast knowledge and staccato style. He is
the author of a book on the subject and lectures
widely. And why this topic at a life-saving
station? Because in their day they were the social,
cultural and educational centers of their villages.
This is precisely the kind of topic a visitor would
hear there.
Annual Event
American Heroes Day,
Thursday, August 4, 2011 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Come see and talk to the real heroes of today. See
the personnel, equipment and vehicles of area Coast
Guard, law enforcement, fire fighters, water rescue,
EMS, and much, much more. Static displays throughout
the day and scheduled demonstrations include Coast
Guard Honor Guard and Color Guard, Coast Guard
Search & Rescue helo and motor lifeboat
demonstration, military flyover, jet ski ocean
rescue demo, Beach Apparatus Drill. $5 per person,
Parking across the street and along the highway
and a possible free shuttle from nearby offsite
parking location. Look for signs.
THIS YEAR this popular event will be combined
with a unique
Centennial
Celebration
of our 1911 Life-Saving Station:
vintage cars, boats and other vehicles, period
dress, crafts, demonstrations, live singing of chart
toppers and so much more. Expect a large Coast
Guard presence. See website for details..
Schedule will appear on
www.chicamacomico.net
Admission: $6 Adults
(ages 18-61) $4 Seniors (62+) $4 Youth (ages
6-17)
About the Facilities
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Gift shop
Picnic facilities
Free parking
Public restrooms
Exhibits
Historic structures
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Handicap
Accessibility:
Beach wheelchair available
Nearest Major Town/City: Nags Head,
20 miles north
For Visitor Information
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
One Visitors Center Circle
Manteo, NC 27954
Toll-Free:
(800) 446-6262
Fax: (252) 473-5777
 Website:
Outer Banks.org
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