News
2012
2nd Saturdays Programs at the Outer Banks History Center Focus on 150th Anniversary of the American Civil War
June 9 & July 14, 2012, 2-3 p.m.
August 11, 2012, 1-2 p.m.
Outer Banks History Center Reading Room
Free and open to the public
This summer, "2nd Saturdays" brings together North Carolina arts, history, and culture at Department of Cultural Resources' sites and museums on June 9, July 14, and August 11, 2012. To provide added value to our current exhibit, "The Civil War Comes to Roanoke Island: Fishers, Fighters & Freedmen," the Outer Banks History Center presents three programs about the Civil War, two of which are specific to coastal North Carolina. These events are:
June 9: "From Slave to Civil War Soldier: The Remarkable Early Life of Richard Etheridge" by KaeLi Schurr
July 14: "Civil War Scenes through the Lens of the Magic Lantern" by Dennis Schurr
August 11: "The Importance of the Battle of Roanoke Island, Feb. 7 & 8, 1862" by Michael Zatarga
Be sure to see our exhibit in the History Center Gallery before or after these presentations. All programs are free and open to the public and are held at the Outer Banks History Center.
- 2nd Saturdays Press Release (PDF Document)
- The Civil War Comes to Roanoke Island: Fishers, Fighters, & Freedmen Exhibit Flier (PDF Document)
- NC Department of Cultural Resources 2nd Saturdays Venues
The Civil War Comes to Roanoke Island: Fishers, Fighters, & Freedmen
On display March 3 - December 30, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week
Free and open to the public
"The Civil War Comes to Roanoke Island: Fishers, Fighters and Freedmen" tells the story of a how remote and sparsely populated Roanoke Island became the scene of an important battle early in the war, the part played by local residents, and the impact of military occupation through the end of the war. Letters, newspapers, artwork, and other materials from the History Center's collections present the unique views of people who experienced these events, from the local watermen and farmers, to sailors and soldiers from afar, to the thousands of blacks, both free and enslaved, who flocked to the island for protection during the Union occupation.
The exhibit is made possible by generous support from the Outer Banks Community Foundation (Frank Stick Memorial Fund), the Friends of the Outer Banks History Center, National Park Service, and Island Farm on Roanoke Island. For more information on Island Farm, please visit www.theislandfarm.com. [Read more...]
2011
March 26, 2011
Coastal Antiques Appraisal Fair
Jointly hosted by the Friends of the Outer Banks History Center, Whalehead Club and the N.C. Cooperative Extension to be held at the NC Cooperative Extension Center, Barco –10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. [Read more...]
April 12, 2011
The Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Outer Banks History Center
April 12, 2011, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Outer Banks History Center
Free and open to the public
Join the Friends of the Outer Banks History Center on April 12, 7-9 p.m. to hear details of the Bodie Island Lighthouse restoration straight from the contractors who have worked on the project. This presentation is part of the annual membership meeting of The Friends of the Outer Banks History Center. Light refreshments will be served. [Read more...]
August 13, 2011
Frank Stick & his Influence on the Outer Banks
August 13, 2011, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery
Free and open to the public
Sarah Downing, Outer Banks History Center assistant curator, will conduct a presentation Frank Stick and his Influence on the Outer Banks, as part of Second Saturdays. Stick began his career as an illustrator in the early 1900s after studying under the famed realistic illustrator Howard Pyle. Yet by the 1920s, he had become disillusioned with his commercial art career and tired of producing paintings of the same subjects.
Stick's love of fishing and the out-of-doors led him to North Carolina's Outer Banks. He envisioned the area as a resort destination, realizing that others would appreciate the natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historic attractions of the area. He acquired large tracts of land and played a key role in the establishment of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Along with several other people, he donated the land for the Wright Brothers National Memorial Park. He also began developing an area that later became the town of Southern Shores.
In the 1960s, Stick painted 300 watercolors that are considered among the most true-to-life depictions of fish ever created. Stick died in 1966, and the paintings were published posthumously in the book An Artist's Catch. The Outer Banks History Center houses these illustrations and several will display on display during this presentation.
August 22-28 [New dates in Spring, 2012]
Flags Over Hatteras Civil War Sesquicentennial Events
MANY EVENTS POSTPONED DUE TO HURRICANE IRENE; NEW DATES SPRING 2012, TBA
August 22-28, 2011
The Outer Banks History Center will participate in "Flags Over Hatteras" Civil War Sesquicentennial Events to be held in Hatteras, N.C. on August 22-28, 2011 at the Hatteras Civic Center, Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. For details and video footage of the events, see www.flagsoverhatteras.com, the accompanying press release or call the Outer Banks History Center at 252.473-2655. The line-up of events includes a descendent's reunion; a conference featuring Civil War luminaries, James McPherson, Craig Symonds and Ed Bearss and many other regional and topical specialists; opening of a world-class exhibit; dedication of an historic marker featuring little known African American history; an "Ole Time" Auction; and two days of Living History for the first time ever at the foot of the Hatteras Lighthouse. The conference is ticketed. The reunion is for descendents of anyone who was involved in the Civil War events on Hatteras Island in 1861. All other events are free and open to the public. OBHC curator KaeLi Schurr is one of the conference speakers and many items from OBHC holdings will be incorporated into the exhibit. Schurr has also served on a volunteer basis on the planning committee for Flags Over Hatteras which is being hosted by the Friends of the Graveyard of the Atlantic.
October 10-16
Roanoke Colonies Archaeology & History Week
October 10-16, 2011
The Friends of Outer Banks History Center, the First Colony Foundation and the National Park Service are partnering to present Roanoke Colonies Archaeology and History Week Oct.10-16. The weeklong series of events with exhibits, theatre, symposium, and archaeological research is possible through the support of a generous $30,000 grant from the Percy W. and Elizabeth G. Meekins Charitable Trust. Contact the Outer Banks History Center for more information.
The Lighthouses of Bodie Island: Third Time's the Charm
March 5 - December 30, 2011
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week
Free and open to the public
Learn the story of the need for a lighthouse along the stretch of coast north of Cape Hatteras in the 1800s and the history of the three towers. See images about the history of the iconic structure and its ongoing restoration project as well as artifacts from the daily routines of its keepers and the lighthouse itself.
This exhibit is made possible though support from the Frank Stick Memorial Fund of the Outer Banks Community Foundation and The Friends of the Outer Banks History Center. The National Park Service, Outer Banks Group and the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society have provided expertise and resources with media sponsorship by Our State Magazine. [Read more...]
2010
June - August, 2010
Roanoke Island Festival Park and the Outer Banks History Center Join Together to Celebrate 2nd Saturdays
Roanoke Island Festival Park Indoor Theater
Free and open to the public
June 12, 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.; July 10, 2 p.m.; August 14, 2 p.m.
As part of the Department of Cultural Resources'2nd Saturdays celebration, Roanoke Island Festival Park will show the documentary Rescue Men: The Story of the Pea Island Lifesavers. Before and after each presentation, staff from the Outer Banks History Center will display original historical documents, photographs and other materials.
- Press Release Roanoke Island Festival Park (Word document)
- NC Department of Cultural Resources 2nd Saturdays Announcement (Word document)
- NC Department of Cultural Resources 2nd Saturdays Venues
May - October, 2010
History In Your Hands Workshops
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Back by popular demand, the Outer Banks History Center is offering a "History in Your Hands" workshop series in 2010. These classes provide free practical instruction on the care and preservation of family documents, photographs, paintings and textiles, along with tips for collecting and preserving your unique family history.
Instructors featured are private consultants and staff from the History Center and the North Carolina State Archives. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. For more information, contact the Outer Banks History Center, 252-473-2655.
The series of free workshops and presentations for the public include:
- Caring For Your Family Papers
- Understanding 18th and 19th Century Documents and Newspaper
- From Tintypes to Today: Identifying and Caring For Your Family Photographs
- Genealogy 101
- Caring for paintings
- How to Write Your Own Autobiography
- Caring for Your Family Textiles
This series is made possible through the generous support of the Outer Banks Community Foundation and The Outer Banks History Center Associates.
- Complete workshop schedule, including workshop descriptions: Word format | PDF format
March 6 - December 31, 2010
Bruce Roberts Photojournalist: 50 Years of Capturing Change
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week
Free and open to the public.
See history being made through the lens of photojournalist Bruce Roberts. This exhibit features images from North Carolina's struggles with desegregation along with scenes of rural health care, lighthouses, and commercial fishing. Elvis even makes an appearance in this fascinating exhibition created by the staff of the Outer Banks History Center with the assistance of Bruce and Cheryl Roberts.
This exhibit is made possible with generous support from the Outer Banks Community Foundation and the Outer Banks History Center Associates with media sponsorship by Our State Magazine. [Read more...]
April 9-17, 2010
Outer Banks Land of Beginnings Festival
Join us for these free events:
April 9 - Children's Faire - Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
April 10- Hatteras Storytelling - Hatteras Village Civic Center, 7:00 p.m.
April 13 - Manteo Storytelling - Roanoke Island Festival Park Indoor Theatre, 7:00 p.m.
April 15 - Kitty Hawk Storytelling - Black Pelican Restaurant 7:00 p.m.
April 19
Outer Banks History Center Associates Annual Meeting
Ed Bearss, military author and Civil War historian to speak.
Outer Banks History Center - 7:00 p.m.
April 17
Coastal Antiques Appraisal Fair
Jointly hosted by the Outer Banks History Center Associates, Whalehead Club and the N.C. Cooperative Extension to be held at the Currituck Cooperative Extension Center, Barco -10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. [Read more...]
February 27, 2010
Rescue Men - The Story of the Pea Island Life Savers
Film debut at Roanoke Island Festival Park Indoor Theatre, 7:30 p.m. [Read more...]
National Historic Records and Publications (NHPRC) Grant to Ease Collections Use
Thanks to a generous grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), access to our collections is increasing as project archivist Kelly Grimm and the staff of the Outer Banks History Center complete the finding aids for 26 legacy collections and are processing even more. See our interim report for details.
- Press release (Word document)
- Interim report (PDF), February 2010
2009
Exhibit "Preserving Timeless Treasures: The Outer Banks History Center Turns 20"
Feb. 29 - Dec. 31, 2009
Opening Reception: Friday evening, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public. Light refreshments.
Visit the exhibits page to read more about this event.
Presented by the Outer Banks History Center as part of its 20th Anniversary Celebration in 2009.
Made possible with generous support from the Outer Banks Community Foundation and the Outer Banks History Center Associates
David Stick, December 21st 1919 - May 24th, 2009
David Stick's legacy lives on in the books he researched, the organizations he founded and in the hearts and minds of everyone who was inspired by his keen wit, sharp mind and generous spirit. [Read more...]
Frank Stick Exhibit
October 1 - December 31, 2009
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island will exhibit a selection of marine paintings by renowned artist and conservationist Frank Stick (1884-1966). The exhibit focuses on his watercolors of salt-water fish and is included in Aquarium admission. Visit www.ncaquariums.com or call 252-473-3494 or 1-866-332-3475 for more information. [Read more...]
Outer Banks History Center Grant to Ease Collection Use
Thanks to a $40,327 grant awarded to the center from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission, a full time archivist will arrange and describe some of the collections at the OBHC for the center's "Reaching New Audiences" program. [Read more...]
October 1- December 31, 2009
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island will exhibit a selection of marine paintings by renowned artist and conservationist Frank Stick (1884-1966). The exhibit focuses on his watercolors of salt-water fish and is included in Aquarium admission. Visit www.ncaquariums.com or call 252-473-3494 or 1-866-332-3475 for more information. [Read more...]
7:00 -9:00 p.m. Outer Banks History Center.
Outer Banks History Center Associates present author Larry Tise as he discusses his latest book: Conquering the Sky: The Secret Flights of the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk. Free & open to the public. [Read More...]
June - October, 2009
History In Your Hands Workshops
2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
Series of workshops and presentations for the public, including:
- Caring For Your Family Papers
- Understanding 18th and 19th Century Documents and Newspaper
- From Tintypes to Today: Identifying and Caring For Your Family Photographs
- Genealogy 101
- History Research for Teachers
- How to Write Your Own Autobiography
- Caring for Your Family Textiles
Complete workshop schedule, including workshop descriptions, available in Word and PDF format.
Free registration encouraged, but not required. Presented by the Outer Banks History Center as part of its 20th Anniversary Celebration. Made possible with generous support from the Outer Banks Community Foundation and the Outer Banks History Center Associates.
2007
Outer Banks History Center Antiques Appraisal Fair
March 14, 2007 - Think twice before tossing out that doll your great-grandmother left you. While spring-cleaning serves the purpose of recycling old magazines and discarding worn-out sneakers, family heirlooms warrant a second look. That old doll might be worth something. [Read more...]
2006
Antique Appraisal Fair Postponed to April
August, 2006 - The Outer Banks Antique Appraisal Fair has been rescheduled to April 21, 2007. It was originally scheduled for September 9, 2006. Sponsors, the Outer Banks History Center Associates, announced that the event was rescheduled to allow time to enlist more professional antique appraisers. [Read more...]
