Manteo, NC -
A
living memorial garden to the English colonists who came to
America in 1584-1587. Designed by the renowned firm of
Innocenti and Webel, it contains elements of 16th-century
statuary, indigenous plants and herbs.
The Lost
Colony
Manteo, NC
- This is America's premier
and longest running outdoor drama. Waterside Theater
has been the home of Paul Green's THE LOST COLONY
since its inception in 1937. THE LOST COLONY portrays
the fascinating story of 117 men, women and children
as they attempt to make a new home in an untamed land,
then disappear without a trace. THE LOST COLONY has
remained one of history's greatest mysteries for more
than 400 years.
website:
The Lost Colony
Craven Arts
Manteo, NC
- 317 Middle Street,
(252) 638-2787. This former bank building (c.1913), headquarters
of the Craven Arts Council and Gallery, is both a cultural and an
architectural treat. Changing exhibits of various media such as
painting, sculpture, photography, pottery, and fiber art by
artists of the southeastern United States are provided free of
charge in the gallery area.
Craven Arts
Cape Hatteras
National Seashore
Manteo, NC
- Preserves and protects 75 miles
along North Carolina's Outer Banks. National park includes
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and visitors centers at Buxton
(year-round), Bodie Island and Ocracoke (seasonal). Free.
Fee for camping.
Croatan
National Forest
141 East Fisher
Avenue, (252) 638-5628. This was one site of a battle that was
fought in New Bern during the Civil War. Outdoor recreation
opportunities include camping, picnicking, hiking, hunting, and
fishing.
Roanoke Island Festival Park
Manteo, NC -
A 25-acre site rich with visitor activities celebrating history,
education, and the arts. Board Elizabeth II, the State's own 16th
century representative vessel. Meet 16th Century Soldiers in the
Settlement Site and explore 400 years of Outer Banks history.
website:Roanoke
Island
Fort Raleigh
National Historic Site
Manteo, NC
- A begining chapter in the story
of America is kept on the north end of Roanoke Island at
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, the place of
England's first colonization efforts. Sir Walter Raleigh's
explorers and colonists established settlements in this
area in 1585 and 1587. The site is home to the nation's
longest running outdoor symphonic drama The Lost Colony,
staged during the summer at the park's Waterside Theatre.
Also within the site ...
Charles Kuralt
Trail
Manteo, NC
- The Charles Kuralt Trail links
together some particularly good sites to explore the
natural character of the mid-Atlantic region. The refuges
and hatchery, here and across the nation, provide many
opportunities for people to enjoy wildlife-dependent
recreation - wildlife observation, interpretation,
environmental education, fishing, hunting, and nature
photography. The northernmost portion of the trail is in
the Tidewater area of Virginia with ...
The White Doe Inn
319 Sir Walter Raleigh Street
P.O. Box 1029
Manteo, North Carolina 27954
(252) 473-9851
(800) 473-6091
Fax: (252) 473-4708
Bebe & Bob Woody, Innkeepers
Manteo, NC -
