May Programs
- History for Lunch
- Wednesday, May 1
- 12:15–12:45 p.m.
- Leonard Lanier, Collections Assistant, presents Frustrated Patriots: The War of 1812 in the Albemarle. His discussion will mark the 200th anniversary of the British raid on Ocracoke Island.
- Preschooler Time: One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, More!
- Thursday, May 9
- 10–11 a.m.
- Ages 3–5 with adult
- Learn about potato farming in the Albemarle Region as you read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
- You might even get to play a potato game.
- History Tales: Make It, Take It: Hot Potato!
- Friday, May 10
- 3:30–4:30 p.m.
- Ages 6–12 with adult
- View artifacts from the collection, participate in a hands-on activity, and play a potato game as you learn about potato farming in the Albemarle.
- Post from the Coast Exhibit Opening
- Saturday, May 11
- 10 a.m.–Noon
- Take a vivid glimpse into the past through this newest exhibit brought to the future through 3-D imaging techniques. Enjoy a ribbon cutting ceremony, curator tours and related programming. 3-D glasses donated by Biggs Cadillac Buick GMC.
- History for Lunch
- Wednesday, May 15
- 12:15–12:45 p.m.
- Enjoy lunch as agricultural extension agent Tom Campbell, Pasquotank County Center, answers your spring planting season questions.
- All about Potatoes!
- Saturday, May 18
- 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Have you ever wondered why Elizabeth City is the site of the Potato Festival? Discover why as you participate in hands-on activities and potato games. While visiting the Potato Festival, stop and listen to children’s musical duo C-Shells at Mariners’ Wharf. This C-Shells performance is sponsored by the North Carolina Museum of History Associates. Check Facebook for exact times.
- Northampton County Day
- Sunday, May 19
- 2–4 p.m.
- Celebrate this place of thriving diversity—home to productive farms, state-of-the-art manufacturing, small and welcoming towns, and waterfront developments on pristine lakes. Several artifacts from a private Northampton County collection will be on display. Light refreshments will be offered.
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