Attraction
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum
The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum is appropriately named as shipwrecks play a major role in the area history. Notable highlights of the museum include a Monomoy surf boat, a first-order Fresnel lens from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, and interactive displays showcasing shipwrecks off the coast. The exhibition covers periods from pre-colonial times to the present, offering a comprehensive journey through the region's history. The coastal area also has a rich history regarding the Civil War, World Wars I and II, the War of 1812, scuba diving, fishing, General Billy Mitchell and the Cape Hatteras lighthouse, life-saving, and the hearty folk who reside by the sea. View artifacts related to the coastal history and culture.
Visitors also enjoy a full range of year-round programs and events for people of all ages.
