History Museum of Carteret County

History Museum of Carteret County The History Museum of Carteret County is operated by the CC Historical Society, and features exhibit

Join us this Wednesday, June 3, 4pm - 6pm for our unveiling of the History Museum of Carteret County America 250 Exhibit...
05/30/2026

Join us this Wednesday, June 3, 4pm - 6pm for our unveiling of the History Museum of Carteret County America 250 Exhibit! Please call us if you have not reserved a space. 252-247-7533! We hope to see you there!

It's almost time for our latest edition of our popular recurring 'Literary Voices' event!This relaxing experience encour...
05/12/2026

It's almost time for our latest edition of our popular recurring 'Literary Voices' event!

This relaxing experience encourages local poets and authors to share their own, or their favorite poetry and prose.

This month's event features an artist's reception for Celine Meador in our art gallery.

We hope to see you there!

Join us on Tuesday, May 5th as Marie Hurst gives a presentation on Barbara Dawn Guthrie's book "The Hearts of the Childr...
05/01/2026

Join us on Tuesday, May 5th as Marie Hurst gives a presentation on Barbara Dawn Guthrie's book "The Hearts of the Children"

Lunch will be served

Hope to see you there!

Our county wide America250 event is right around the corner!As part of the celebration, the History Museum of Carteret C...
04/18/2026

Our county wide America250 event is right around the corner!

As part of the celebration, the History Museum of Carteret County is launching our America250 poster contest!

Artists both young and old from Carteret County are invited to enter. Cash prizes awarded to the winners of each category.

For more information, see the posted flyer below.

We look forward to seeing your creations!

Our Kakalak event is just over a week away! We hope to see you all there!
04/17/2026

Our Kakalak event is just over a week away! We hope to see you all there!

Join us on Saturday, April 25th for a lively afternoon of poetry reading with the talented poets of Kakalak 2025!
Guest readers including Emily Carter, Deborah Doolittle, Jessi Waugh and Millie Sparks will be sharing their talents with us and reading poetry from right here in eastern NC.

See you there!

Join us on Saturday, April 25th for a lively afternoon of poetry reading with the talented poets of Kakalak 2025!Guest r...
04/15/2026

Join us on Saturday, April 25th for a lively afternoon of poetry reading with the talented poets of Kakalak 2025!
Guest readers including Emily Carter, Deborah Doolittle, Jessi Waugh and Millie Sparks will be sharing their talents with us and reading poetry from right here in eastern NC.

See you there!

The History Museum of Carteret County will be closed on Friday April 3rd, and Saturday April 4th in observance of the up...
03/31/2026

The History Museum of Carteret County will be closed on Friday April 3rd, and Saturday April 4th in observance of the upcoming holidays.

The museum will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday April 7th.

Happy Easter!

03/25/2026

✨ Space for Lease in Downtown Morehead City – Available April 15, 2026 ✨
Looking for a great location for your office, retail shop, or café?
We have 1,800 sq ft available right beside the History Museum of Carteret County, complete with its own private entrance.
Rent: $2,200/month
Move‑In: First month + $2,200 security deposit
Included: Electric, water, and alarm system
Fantastic visibility and steady foot traffic from both locals and visitors—an ideal spot for a growing business.
📞 For a showing, contact:
Gracie Bender – 252‑247‑7533

03/09/2026

Big news! We’ve received a $1,500 grant to launch Kids Connect to Carteret, our new hands‑on children’s exhibit.
Huge thanks to volunteer Kerri Bosman for leading this project — and to our new Board President Michelle Powers for helping us secure more grants. Exciting things ahead for our young history lovers!

Our next Coin Show is THIS WEEKEND!Join us and several local vendors ready to buy, sell and appraise, coins, currency, a...
03/06/2026

Our next Coin Show is THIS WEEKEND!

Join us and several local vendors ready to buy, sell and appraise, coins, currency, and other numismatic material.

Saturday 3/7 10AM-5PM
Sunday 3/8 10AM-4PM

See you there!

Address

1008 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC
28557

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12522477533

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