We will read Sam the Sea Cow by Francine Jacobs. Sam is called a sea cow because he looks like a cow grazing in the ocean, but he’s also called a manatee. Meet Sam when he is just hours old and already forty pounds! Watch him grow up and do a fun manatee craft inspired by Sam.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
Do you know how many sharks live off the coast of NC? Find out in this fun, interactive program. Explore the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique, discuss myths and misconceptions about sharks, and learn “shark smarts” to keep everyone safe while having fun in the sun. Museum visitors will also get to make their own shark jaw.
Visitors can complete beach-themed crafts and play with snow at the beach through fun science activities. Shiver me timbers! The Museum has been warned that White Beard the Pirate Clause w
ill dock his ship, invade HoliDAY, and share pirate booty with all children.
HoliDAY visitors can also stroll through the Museum’s enchanting 4th Annual Festival of Trees at a leisurely pace, admire trees artfully decorated by area businesses and nonprofits, and engage in friendly competition by voting for and bidding on your favorite trees.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
- Get in the holiday spirit by completing fun coastal-themed crafts.
We will read Tammy Turtle: A Tale of Saving Sea Turtles by Suzanne Tate. Tammy Turtle mistakenly eats a plastic bag thinking it’s a jellyfish. Thankfully, she’s rescued by human helpers and nursed back to health. After listening to Tammy’s story, explore what’s in a turtle’s stomach through a fun activity.
You’re invited to get up close with some of the more familiar creatures found in our ocean.
Our touch tank pool allows you to gently touch marine animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, whelks, horseshoe crabs, and hermit crabs. These animals live in a variety of habitats and have developed many ways to survive the waves and predators. Volunteers are on hand to assist and teach you about these incredible animals.
Did you know, when a sea urchin “hugs” your finger if you gently touch its spines, it’s actually checking you out: Are you food or predator? If you’re neither, the animal will just gradually release you.
It’s all crabs, all the time! Learn about and complete crafts honoring hermit, horseshoe and other crabs found along the coast.
Join us as we read The Gingerbread Pirates by Kristin Kladstrup. What if Captain Cookie stood up to Santa? Embrace your inner pirate by making pirate hats and enjoying this clever tale that sparkles with the excitement of a pirate adventure.