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Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Children can test their ocean IQ and learn who really lives in the ocean while being safe. This program is designed to entertain and educate kids about sea life using a fun, interactive format. Kids[...]

Come to the steps of the Museum of Coastal Carolina to meet up for Safe Beach Outreach, a partnership between the Museum, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, and the OIB Fire Department. Kids attending[...]

Take a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Learn about these powerful predators’ anatomy and bust myths and misconceptions about sharks. Ever wonder if sharks sleep?[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Learn about the diversity of life in the Green Swamp in this CSI program. Solve the mystery of a mysterious animal sighting by uncovering clues about animal tracks, habitat, and more! Our Education Coordinator, Jamie[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

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,[...]

Come meet the artist of the new Coastal Gallery Art Exhibit ‘Wonders of the Coast’. Jill C. Jackson started painting in 2015 as a hobby. Jill’s husband convinced her to try selling her work at[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Discover the treasures of the tides while learning about shells, shark teeth, and more. This engaging program will talk about beach friendly shell practices, finding tidal treasures, and how to keep the beach safe for[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

“Pelicans” is presented by Mary Ellen Rogers, environmental activist and founder of the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter located in Oak Island, NC. Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter is a hospital, recovery, and rehabilitation center for injured[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Children can test their ocean IQ and learn who really lives in the ocean while being safe. This program is designed to entertain and educate kids about sea life using a fun, interactive format. Kids[...]

In celebration of World Ocean Day, Museum of Coastal Carolina is opening our new interactive exhibit, Save the Ocean. Imagine having the floor beneath you virtually come to life and turn into the ocean floor.[...]

Come to the steps of the Museum of Coastal Carolina to meet up for Safe Beach Outreach, a partnership between the Museum, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, and the OIB Fire Department. Kids attending[...]

Take a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Learn about these powerful predators’ anatomy and bust myths and misconceptions about sharks. Ever wonder if sharks sleep?[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Learn about the diversity of life in the Green Swamp in this CSI program. Solve the mystery of a mysterious animal sighting by uncovering clues about animal tracks, habitat, and more! Our Education Coordinator, Jamie[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

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,[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Discover the treasures of the tides while learning about shells, shark teeth, and more. This engaging program will talk about beach friendly shell practices, finding tidal treasures, and how to keep the beach safe for[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

Picture courtesy of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service The Sandbar Lecture Series brings local experts to speak about topics ranging from our coastal environment to Outer Banks history. On Tuesday, June 14, Keith Farmer from[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Children can test their ocean IQ and learn who really lives in the ocean while being safe. This program is designed to entertain and educate kids about sea life using a fun, interactive format. Kids[...]

Come to the steps of the Museum of Coastal Carolina to meet up for Safe Beach Outreach, a partnership between the Museum, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, and the OIB Fire Department. Kids attending[...]

Take a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Learn about these powerful predators’ anatomy and bust myths and misconceptions about sharks. Ever wonder if sharks sleep?[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Learn about the diversity of life in the Green Swamp in this CSI program. Solve the mystery of a mysterious animal sighting by uncovering clues about animal tracks, habitat, and more! Our Education Coordinator, Jamie[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

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,[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Discover the treasures of the tides while learning about shells, shark teeth, and more. This engaging program will talk about beach friendly shell practices, finding tidal treasures, and how to keep the beach safe for[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

The Sandbar Lecture Series brings local experts to speak about topics ranging from our coastal environment to Outer Banks history. Come learn about the Green Swamp, which is a 17,426-acre preserve. The swamp contains some[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Children can test their ocean IQ and learn who really lives in the ocean while being safe. This program is designed to entertain and educate kids about sea life using a fun, interactive format. Kids[...]

Come to the steps of the Museum of Coastal Carolina to meet up for Safe Beach Outreach, a partnership between the Museum, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, and the OIB Fire Department. Kids attending[...]

Take a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Learn about these powerful predators’ anatomy and bust myths and misconceptions about sharks. Ever wonder if sharks sleep?[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Learn about the diversity of life in the Green Swamp in this CSI program. Solve the mystery of a mysterious animal sighting by uncovering clues about animal tracks, habitat, and more! Our Education Coordinator, Jamie[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]

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,[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

This program concerns North Carolina ocean animal rescue efforts including the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.  The program will also include a discussion of the largest[...]

Discover the treasures of the tides while learning about shells, shark teeth, and more. This engaging program will talk about beach friendly shell practices, finding tidal treasures, and how to keep the beach safe for[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Sea turtles are frequent visitors to the North Carolina coast, with several individuals nesting on beaches from the Outer Banks to our own Ocean Isle Beach. Learn about the life cycle and different species of[...]

The Sandbar Lecture Series brings local experts to speak about topics ranging from our coastal environment to Outer Banks history. On Tuesday, June 28, Roger Shew will lecture on sea level rise and high tide[...]

Strap on a virtual reality (VR) headset and watch hundreds of sea turtles emerge from sand, heading toward the beach in our newest VR program, Sea Turtle Quest. This exciting program explores the life cycle[...]

Children can test their ocean IQ and learn who really lives in the ocean while being safe. This program is designed to entertain and educate kids about sea life using a fun, interactive format. Kids[...]

Come to the steps of the Museum of Coastal Carolina to meet up for Safe Beach Outreach, a partnership between the Museum, the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, and the OIB Fire Department. Kids attending[...]

Take a look at the amazing world of sharks and what makes them unique to other fish. Learn about these powerful predators’ anatomy and bust myths and misconceptions about sharks. Ever wonder if sharks sleep?[...]

Our newest exhibit uses a virtual reality mobile classroom to bring you an exciting experience: flying inside Hurricane Maria. Strap on a pair of virtual reality headsets and become immersed in this unique environment. The[...]

Learn about the diversity of life in the Green Swamp in this CSI program. Solve the mystery of a mysterious animal sighting by uncovering clues about animal tracks, habitat, and more! Our Education Coordinator, Jamie[...]

Do you know how many species of venomous snakes call NC home? Can you tell the difference between a venomous snake and a harmless snake? Matthew Bookout can tell you anything you ever wanted to[...]