Aurora Fossil Museum – Aurora, North Carolina

Aurora Fossil Museum - Aurora, North Carolina This educational resource was founded in 1976 to increase the knowledge of the geology and paleontology of the coastal plains of North Carolina.  The exhibits and outreach programs as well as the field studies … [Read more...]

Fort Macon State Park – Atlantic Beach, North Carolina

Fort Macon State Park - Atlantic Beach, North Carolina The historic landmark at this site is the 5 sided fort constructed of brick and stone which guarded the entrance to Beaufort Harbor.  The Park is surrounded on three sides by water, the Atlantic … [Read more...]

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse – Dare County, North Carolina.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse - Buxton, North Carolina The Lighthouse at Cape Hatteras is the tallest in the nation.  It is a point of pride for the state of North Carolina.  The visitor center is open to the public all year although the lighthouse itself … [Read more...]

Camp Lejeune – Jacksonville, North Carolina

Camp Lejeune - Jacksonville, North Carolina Camp Lejeune is a Marine Corpse Base which is home to the II Marine Expeditionary Force, 2nd Marine Divios and three other major Marine commands.  The camp also has a Naval hospital. In the area of Jacksonville … [Read more...]

Markers of History in North Carolina – North Carolina

Markers of History in North Carolina - North Carolina There are many historical markers that would be of interest to those traveling in the area of North Carolina. Some tell the story of the Civil War while others tell of slavery and the life led by … [Read more...]