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  • Elegant Pot Belly Basket Workshop

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

    Join us for this unique workshop, part of our Living History series. In this advanced workshop, you'll weave an elegant basket over a puzzle mold to achieve a flawless shape. The finished piece measures approximately 5 inches in diameter and 5 inches tall, featuring a cherry base, rim, and lid. It's skillfully woven with Hamburg cane and waxed linen. The class will take place on September 16th at 9 AM in the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center and will be taught by Kathy Petronzio. This is a 6-hour session, and the cost is $95. Please note: this is not a beginner-level class.   For more information or to reserve your spot for this class, please contact our Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street in Beaufort.   ***Participants Only***

  • Pine Needle Ornament Workshop

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

    Craft your very own pine needle ornament, a one-of-a-kind keepsake perfect for the holiday season! As part of our Living History Series, this hands-on workshop will be held at the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center and guided by experienced instructor, Penny Holland. Spaces are limited to just 10 participants to ensure an intimate and engaging experience. The cost is $60, and all materials are provided. For more information or to reserve your spot for this class, please contact our Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street in Beaufort.   ***Participants Only***  

    $60

  • Voices of the Past

    Old Burying Ground 411 Ann Street, Beaufort, NC

    This special Old Burying Ground Tour will take place on Saturday, November 1 in timed groupings at 4:00, 4:30, 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. The tour coincides with Allhallowtide, the three-day period dedicated to remembering the departed. Our tribute will bring to life fascinating tales of those laid to rest in Beaufort’s Old Burying Ground. Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for ages 6-12 and available for purchase in the Old Beaufort Shop until sold out. While the BHA hosts tours of the Old Burying Ground year-round, Voices of the Past offers a unique experience. Guests will be assigned a Caretaker Guide who will provide safe passage through the ground’s winding paths by lantern light. Expect friendly and storied encounters with spirits at select gravesites who have long awaited your visit. This year the tour will be followed by a Day of the Dead Kachina parade at 6 p.m. beginning at the Old Burying Ground and making its way to Middle Lane for an additional celebration of ancestors. PLEASE NOTE: This tour, parade, and the Middle Lane event honor the past and are not intended in any way to frighten or evoke fear. Each tour will last roughly 45 minutes. […]

    $22

  • Swedish Advent Star Workshop

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

    Join us for a class led by local basket weaver, Jenny Elzy to make a hand-woven Swedish Advent Star out of reeds. You will learn how to make one star during this class and receive enough material to make two more at home! Please bring a dozen clothespins or metal clips. Cost $50. For more information or to reserve your spot for this class, please contact our Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street in Beaufort.   ***Participants Only*** 

    $50

  • Bonehenge Excursion

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

    Take the double-decker bus to Bonehenge!At the Bonehenge Whale Center, visitors will walk beneath a pair of massive right whale mandibles and explore whale skeletons in various stages of preparation. Guests will have the chance to handle baleen, teeth, large bones, and even experience the texture and scent of whale oil. North Carolina’s remarkable whale diversity is highlighted, with 34 species found in local waters. The visit includes an overview of whale biology, conservation, and research, along with examples that address key issues such as entanglement, ship strikes, and plastic pollution. Interactive activities include mystery boxes, a dolphin dorsal fin photo-ID game, quizzes, and more. The Bonehenge portion of the excursion is expected to last approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Participants must be 12 years or older. Led by: Keith Rittmaster                         Cost: $20   ***Participants Only***   *Bonehenge Whale Center is a charitable 501c3 non-profit and gratefully accepts donations to maintain the building and further work.

    $20

  • Blackbeard Presentation by Robert Jacob

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

    Join us at the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center for a special Blackbeard Presentation by Robert Jacob on Thursday, November 13 at 4 PM. This event is free, but RSVPs are required. Please call the Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 to reserve your spot. Blackbeard: The True Story of the World’s Most Famous Pirate Beaufort is the site of the sinking of Blackbeard’s ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the most famous pirate vessel of all time. Dive into the depths of pirate history with author and pirate expert Robert Jacob, as he explores the captivating story of Blackbeard’s career. Drawing from his award-winning book Blackbeard: The Truth Revealed, Jacob presents surprising truths based on original documentation from the archives of England, France, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. His talk uncovers many little-known facts about Blackbeard while also addressing myths and legends surrounding his treasure. About the Speaker:Robert Jacob’s passion for history earned him induction into the International Pirate Hall of Fame. His engaging presentations have been featured by community organizations, museums, and The History Channel. A retired US Marine Corps CWO5, Robert now lives in Palm Harbor, Florida. While researching pirates, he discovered that much of the historical record was […]

    Free

  • Japanese Pin Cup Flower Frog Workshop

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

    Join us for this unique workshop, part of our Living History series. In this session, you’ll create a beautiful heavy iron pin cup featuring a flower frog for holding floral arrangements. The basket is crafted on a #’ maple base using the traditional Nantucket weaving technique. It incorporates Hamburg cane as the primary weaver, complemented by a navy blue rim secured with waxed linen. The finished piece measures 3 inches in diameter and 3 inches tall. The class will be held on November 18th at 9 AM in the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center and will be led by instructor Kathy Petronzio. This 4-hour class is $75. For more information or to reserve your spot for this class, please contact our Welcome Center at 252-728-5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street in Beaufort.   ***Participants Only***  

  • Volunteer Training

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

    Attendees are invited to learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Beaufort Historic Site, located at 130 Turner Street. Individuals with an interest in historic preservation and research, student educational programs, driving the double-decker bus, leading tours, retail sales in the gift shop, or supporting the many committees that serve as the backbone of the Beaufort Historical Association are encouraged to attend. Volunteer Training will be held in the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center on Tuesday, March 10th, from 9 AM to 4 PM. For more information or to RSVP, please call 252-728-5225.

  • Quilting Workshop

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

    Join the Beaufort Historic Site at the Welcome Center on Tuesday, March 17, from 10 AM to 2 PM for a Quilting Workshop, part of the Living History Series. Learn how to hand piece, hand applique, and hand quilt in this hands on workshop on March 17th, Nancy Smith will guide you though all 3 techniques. Cost: $30 Instructor: Nancy Smith For more information, contact the Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street or call 252-728-5225. *Participants only*

    $30

  • Colonial Era Apothecary Remedies and Gardens: A Living History Series

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

    As part of our celebration of America’s 250th, the Beaufort Historic Site is excited to announce a special lecture/workshop series beginning April 11 during the Carteret County, NC Master Gardener Volunteers’ Plant Sale on the Historic Site grounds. Walk-ups will be welcome, but we appreciate an RSVP so we know how many to expect. This introductory lecture and demonstration will be FREE and will also outline how the new series will engage participants beginning with the Site’s interpretive colonial gardens through the creation of medicinal remedies for the treatment of ailments using historic botanicals, tools, and techniques. The series will be led by Apothecary-Surgeon, Dr. Charles Brett, who specializes in interpreting 17th and 18th century Medicine with a focus on British North America and Maritime medical practices, surgery, and apothecary. He has conducted similar lectures and workshops at Tryon Palace for over 7 years, and we are pleased to have him present this living history experience. Prior to Tryon Palace, he was with Colonial Williamsburg as an Adjunct/Apprentice in the Pasteur and Galt Apothecary Shop. Please join us on April 11 at 11:00 AM to learn more about how you can have fun with history at the Beaufort Historic Site. For […]

    Free