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Black and white image of sailors commemorating gravestones in Ocracoke.
05/10/2024

2024 marks the 82nd anniversary of the sinking of H.M.T. Bedfordshire off the North Carolina coast on May 11, 1942. All are welcome to attend the graveside memorial ceremony and reception that follows on the grounds of the OPS Museum. Representatives from the British Royal Navy and Royal Canadian Navy will be in attendance, as well as members of the United States Coast Guard, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, and students from Ocracoke School.

Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station
05/30/2024 to 08/29/2024
252-987-1552

Meet on the porch promptly at 2 and hear an introduction to the history of Ocean rescues from the early 1800’s to present before proceeding out to the drill field where Chicamacomico’s Drill team will explain the equipment, and conduct the drill culminating with the rescue of a lucky kid from the audience.

06/24/2024 to 08/03/2024
(252) 473-3234

Camp Discovery 2023 at the Elizabethan Gardens starts Monday, June 26th! Campers will enjoy a fun-filled summer of nature-based games, activities, crafts, and more. The goal of our camp program is to foster appreciation and love for the environment through hands-on learning experiences.