Cultural Arts in Beaufort, NC

 

The cultural arts scene in Beaufort, NC is very active and the home of many art studios and a music festival.  This city by the sea inspires many an artist with its outstanding scenery.

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What began as a small group of professionally oriented artists seeking an outlet for their work has grown into a juried, professional art group celebrating its 34th anniversary. The coalition conducts four major shows each year. Three outdoor shows take place on the Beaufort Historic Site over Memorial Day weekend, Fourth of...more about Carteret County Arts and Crafts Coalition

North Carolina Maritime Museum Beaufort Cultural ArtsNorth Carolina Maritime Museum315 Front St.
Beaufort, NC 28516 • map(252) 728-7317
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The North Carolina Maritime Museum's mission is to preserve and interpret all aspects of the state's rich maritime heritage through educational exhibits, programs and field trips. Its exhibits and programming focus on North Carolina's maritime history and coastal natural history.

The 18,000-square-foot building is constructed of wood, and some of its design...more about North Carolina Maritime Museum

Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild1574 Harkers Island Rd.
Straits, NC • map(252) 838-8818

Born from an idea of seven decoy carvers in 1987, the Core Sound Carvers Guild now has a large membership of active decoy carvers, collectors, breeders, taxidermists and waterfowl artists in more than 25 states. The Core Sound Decoy Festival (see our Annual Events chapter) in December on Harkers Island is...more about Core Sound Decoy Carvers Guild

This energetic group of quilters meets each month on the third Thursday to exchange ideas and learn from presenters. Meetings take place at Shepherd of the Sea Luthern Church in Atlanic Beach. The guild is made up of members who enjoy quilting by traditional and modern methods, including hand piecing, machine...more about Crystal Coast Quilter's Guild

Down East FolkArts SocietyBeaufort, NC • map(252) 504-ARTS (2787)

Folk music comes from the heart and soul of any locale, and its listeners are sometimes travelers with an ear cant to the sea. Between September and May, each month brings a concert to the Crystal Coast. Organized and sponsored by the Down East FolkArts Society, concerts take place in various...more about Down East FolkArts Society

 
 
 
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