Other works by area artists include original paintings and prints, books, birdhouses, house flags, jewelry and gifts. Tours of Harkers Island, other down east communities and trips to nearby Cape Lookout can be arranged by museum volunteers. Specialized tours for small groups are also offered. Call for information. From Memorial Day weekend thru Christmas, hours are Monday thru Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. Museum hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Christmas thru May 25.
Admission is free.
Turn left on Harkers Island Road and travel Island Road for approximately four miles. The museum is next to Harkers Island Elementary school. Exhibits describe the harsh treatments given for sickness in earlier times and takes a look at African-American physicians in the 1800s. On Vance Street in Bailey. A guide is available.