Garbed interpreters present a living history program. Call about the summer concert series and special performances. Bring a picnic and blanket to Summer Scenes at Festival Park on the lawn by the banks of the Roanoke Sound. For specific program information, call the events line. Across from downtown Manteo waterfront area.
Hours vary by season.
Visitor's center, gift shop, restrooms, picnic areas. This rare maritime forest is a cathedral of nature and has long been recognized as one of North Carolina's most important natural areas. More than 1,200 acres of forest have been protected by The Nature Conservancy as an ecological preserve. The preserve is open to the public for hiking, birding and other nature activities. The Conservancy also offers a variety of special programs that require pre-registration.