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  • Old Homes Tour & More Kickoff Party & Bartenders Challenge!

    Join the BHA at the annual Old Homes Tour & More KICKOFF PARTY featuring food, drinks, live music by Tommy Duzan, and beautiful art by Nicole White Kennedy. The highlight of this event is the annual BARTENDERS CHALLENGE with local and professional bartenders competing for the title. You vote: the winner will be announced at 6:00pm and will have bragging rights throughout the year! Tickets are just $45.00*! CLICK HERE FOR YOUR TICKETS, give us a call at 252.728.5225, or swing by the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street. Don’t miss this unforgettable kickoff to one of Beaufort’s most cherished traditions! *This is a fundraising event. Tickets are considered a donation in support of the Beaufort Historical Association and are non-refundable. Outdoor events are subject to cancellation in the event of severe weather conditions. Thank you for your support!

    $45

  • Old Homes Tour & More – Opening Reception For Nicole White Kennedy, Featured Artist 2026!

    Mattie King Davis Art Gallery 150 Turner Street, Beaufort, NC, United States

    The Beaufort Historic Site is proud to present an inspiring exhibition by acclaimed artist Nicole White Kennedy in the Mattie King Davis Gallery! The Opening Reception (free) will be Sunday, May 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, and the exhibition will be on view through July 23 as part of the Old Homes & More Tour and Summer Party season. About the ArtistA Signature Member of the American Impressionist Society and Oil Painters of America, and an exhibiting artist at the Salmagundi Art Club, Nicole’s work is celebrated nationally for its expressive, narrative-driven style. Nicole’s passion for art has been a lifelong journey, beginning with her early work creating TV storyboards, an experience that continues to shape the storytelling quality of her paintings today. Growing up in a family of restaurateurs, she developed a natural instinct for observing people, capturing their character and interactions with a distinctive narrative flair. She is equally inspired by nature in motion, bringing a sense of energy and life to her canvases. Her artistic journey reflects a continual evolution, embracing each blank canvas as a new creative challenge and an opportunity to refine her visual voice. Recognition & AchievementsNicole’s work is regularly accepted into prestigious national […]

  • Beginner Pine Needle Basket Workshop

    Beaufort Historic Site 150 Turner Street, Beaufort, NC, United States

    Pine needle basketmaking has a history spanning nearly 9,000 years, with traditional baskets used to hold grain, crops, and other essentials. This beginner-level workshop will be held at the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center on Saturday, June 6th, beginning at 9:00am. Supplies will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring a bagged lunch. Class limit — 10                      Material Fee — $60 Taught by Penny Holland Please contact our Welcome Center at 252.728.5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street to reserve your spot for this class. Tickets are nonrefundable.

  • 65th Annual Old Homes Tour & More!

    Since 1960, the Beaufort Historical Association has held an annual Old Homes Tour in June to celebrate the rich history of Beaufort. The Old Homes Tour & More offers locals and visitors the perfect opportunity to explore a variety of homes, gardens, churches, art stops, and studios. The Old Homes Tour has always brought community – both near and far – together. It welcomes thousands who return year after year to enjoy the tour and the many accompanying events as well as the countless attractions, amenities, and activities Beaufort has to offer. Celebrating its 65th anniversary, the Old Homes Tour & More is a time of community involvement when Beaufort residents proudly open their homes to support BHA’s ongoing preservation and educational programs. The event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Beaufort Historical Association. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS to the Old Homes Tour & More. For other related OHT events, click this link: https://beauforthistoricsite.org/old-beaufort-virtual-shop/ OLD HOMES TOUR & MORE TICKETS CAN BE PICKED UP AT WILL CALL AT THE BEAUFORT HISTORIC SITE ON FRIDAY, JUNE 26th & SATURDAY, JUNE 27th. VIEW OLD HOMES TOUR & MORE MAP & BOOKLET HERE! A Year of Firsts As Beaufort grows into a […]

    $35

  • Seadogs Legacy Celebration!

    To commemorate the opening of the newly restored and repurposed Mulberry Site Condominium Homes and the Mainsail Event Center, the Beaufort Historical Association is hosting a reception celebration for the community on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm in The Mainsail (old gym). This special heritage event will honor town residents who were students at the former campus or taught and administrated there. We will celebrate the old high school era Seadogs spirit that cheered on their basketball team through 91 straight wins in the 1950s and 1960s, whose record still stands as the “winningest” boys basketball team in North Carolina history! No ticket required. All curious to see the renovated gym complete with Seadogs memorabilia, decor and legacy trophies from bygone days are invited to attend the reception.

  • Smiling man holding painting in front of easel, promoting art event at Beaufort Historic Site, August 29.

    An Artist at Work: Gary Bradley at the Beaufort Historic Site

    We are excited to welcome newly juried artist Gary Bradley to the Beaufort Historic Site this Saturday, August 29, from 10:00am until 1:00pm!   Gary will be joining us on the grounds to paint and create a brand new work of art inspired by his time here in historic Beaufort. Gary’s artwork has already been a hit, as he recently sold two pieces at our Mattie King Davis Art Gallery and is returning to replenish the gallery with even more beautiful work.   But there’s an extra special treat! Gary will be painting on-site and then giving the finished painting away through a drawing to one lucky registered participant!   Come by the Beaufort Historic Site on Saturday, from 10:00am until 1:00pm, and watch an artist at work, and enjoy the chance to take home an original piece of art created right here at the Historic Site! Thanks Gary!

  • Text about a quilting workshop over a background of colorful quilt patterns and geometric shapes.

    Quilting Workshop!

    Join the Beaufort Historic Site at the Welcome Center on Tuesday, September 1, from 9:00am to 1:00pm for a Quilting Workshop, part of the Living History Series. Whether you're new to quilting or looking to refine your skills, this hands-on workshop offers the opportunity to learn three traditional techniques: hand piecing, hand quilting, and creating a quilt block. Instructor Nancy Smith will provide step-by-step guidance through each technique, helping participants build confidence while exploring the timeless art of quilting. Cost: $30.00 Instructor: Nancy Smith For more information, stop by the Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street or call 252.728.5225.