
2010 Outer Banks Calendar of Events
January
January 9-10
12th Annual Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo
First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills obxwa.com
January 23 - February 19
33rd Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head. Includes a wide variety of local fine art ranging from conceptual to realistic. Sculpture, painting, drawing, fiber, pottery and mixed media. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org
February
January 23 - February 19
33rd Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head. Includes a wide variety of local fine art ranging from conceptual to realistic. Sculpture, painting, drawing, fiber, pottery and mixed media. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org
February 26
Freedmen’s Colony Blues Concert The Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m.
(252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
March
March 11 - 14
Taste of the Beach
Presented by the Dare County Restaurant Association.
A variety of restaurants will host exclusive dinners with special menu offerings, many with wine pairings or feature guest chefs. Come and experience local cuisine from Outer Banks restaurants.
outerbanksra.com
March 13
Kelly's 2nd Annual Running of the Leprechauns 8K
Nags Head. 9 a.m.
Runners and Walkers embark on a 8k/5 mile point to point course including road and trail (through part of the Nags Head Woods Conservancy) for a share of Kelly's "pot of gold", GREEN GLORY, and fun!
outerbanksrunningclub.org or kellysrestaurant.com
March 14
Kelly's 21st Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
Virginia Dare Trail/The Beach Road, MP 11.5 - 10.5, Nags Head.
1 p.m. Rain or Shine.
kellysrestaurant.com
April
April 2 - 3
Fly Into Spring
Jockey’s Ridge State Park and Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visitor’s can receive stunt and power kite lessons or watch some of the larger show kites.
(877) FLY-THIS or (252) 441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
April 3
Kitty Hawk Kites Easter Eggstravaganza
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head.
Largest Easter egg hunt on the Outer Banks! Over 2,000 candy and toy-filled eggs are waiting to be collected.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com
April 9 - 17
Land of Beginnings Festival
Various entertaining activities throughout the festival celebrate the history, culture, and people of the Outer Banks.
(252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
April 17
Under the Sea: A Black-Tie Affair
Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion, Kill Devil Hills.
Feast on sumptuous foods; hustle to win the bid for art work, vacation packages, memorabilia and other items in a silent auction; and dance the night away.
(252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
April 18
Inaugural Flying Pirate Half Marathon
Outer Banks Sporting Events is pleased to announce the Inaugural Flying Pirate Half Marathon! Many of you have heard about the beauty of the first half of the Outer Banks Marathon course, and now you can run it! obxmarathon.org
April 18 - 25
8th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week
Packed full with entertainment, great food, events and special attractions. Poker Run, bike show, live music, scenic rides, official night-time party sites.
outerbanksbikeweek.com
April 24 - 25
Dancing Moccasins
Frisco village, Hatteras Island
Individuals will have an opportunity to spend two days immersed in Native American culture as the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center presents Dancing Moccasins, A Celebration of Native American Cultures - Past and Present.
For more information call (252) 995-4440 or email admin@nativeamericanmuseum.org
May
May 8
27th Annual Yuengling Nags Head Woods 5K Run
Not your typical walk down the beach, the dirt trails of the preserve weave through one of the best remaining examples of mid-Atlantic maritime forest and deciduous hardwoods.
tsaporito@aol.com or active.com
May 14 - 17
38th Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular
Jockey’s Ridge State Park and Jockey’s Ridge Crossing, Nags Head.
The world’s oldest, continuous hang gliding competition. Hang gliding professionals from all over the world come to the Outer Banks to compete and have fun. Demonstrations, street dances and awards ceremonies. (877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124 or kittyhawkkites.com
May 28-August 20
73rd Anniversary Season of the Lost Colony Waterside Theater in Manteo. Monday-Saturday at 8 p.m. (no performance on July 4,11,18, Aug. 8,15). Compelling unsolved mystery of America’s beginnings. Featuring music, dance, drama, riveting action, and special effects with lavish costumes and sets.
(252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
Last week in May - First 2 weeks in August
Outer Banks Daredevils Baseball
View schedule online at obxdaredevils.com
June
Saturdays in June (June 5, 12, 19, 26)
Hatteras Village Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Hatteras Fire Station, 57689 NC 12
Enjoy locally caught fried fish along with hushpuppies, cole slaw and potato salad. For almost six decades, the folks in Hatteras Village have hosted this fish fry. Sponsoring the fish fry is the Ladies Auxiliary at the fire department. Proceeds go to the Ladies Auxiliary, the Hatteras United Methodist Church and the Hatteras Village Civic Association.
Kinnakeet Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Avon Fire Station, 40159 Harbor Rd.
Enjoy fried fish, locally caught by Kinnakeet watermen. The fish fries fund civic association programs.
Tuesdays in June (June 15, 22 & 29)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Hatteras & Avon villages, Hatteras Island
Join us every Tuesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games. Hatteras: 10am -12pm at the Hatteras Kitty Hawk Kites Store, Hatteras Landing -next to the ferry.
Avon: 4pm -6pm at the Avon Kitty Hawk Kites Store. kittyhawk.com
Wednesdays in June (June 9, 16, 23, 30)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Rodanthe village, Hatteras Island
Join us every Wednesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games.
Rodanthe: 4pm -7pm at the Kitty Hawk Kites store at Waves Village. kittyhawk.com
June 1 - 30
Chicamacomico U.S. Lifesaving Station Daily Summer Programs
Visit chicamacomico.net for dates and times.
June 5
Dare Days
Downtown Manteo Waterfront.
An annual celebration of the people and history of Dare County. Food vendors, entertainment and more.
dareday@co.dare.nc.us
June 5-11
2010 Triple-S Invitational
REAL Watersports in Waves village, Hatteras Island.
The Triple-S Invitational is the international free ride world championships of kiteboarding. Watch the world's best kiteboarders compete in Surf, Slicks and Sliders. Plus - enjoy nightly entertainment for the entire family with the Sunset Party -food, drinks and live music from 6 to 10pm. The Triple-S is free and open to the public with a family friendly atmosphere.
(866)REAL-548, (252)987-6000 or REALwatersports.com
June 9
Wil-Bear Wright’s Festival of Fun
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head.
Come visit Wil-Bear Wright and Kitty Hawk Kites for a day filled with fun activities for the kids. Make and fly your own kite, get your face painted, and demo all the new toys for 2010. This extravaganza kicks off our summer long Kid’s Day, held every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at our Nags Head store.
(877) FLY-THIS or (252) 441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
June 12 - 13
28th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head.
Honoring Francis M. Rogallo, NASA scientist and inventor of the Flexible Wing, this two-day festival will feature our signature kite flying on the dunes of Jockey's Ridge. Visitors can enjoy exhibitions and demonstrations, including stunt and power kite lessons. Free children's games and kite making, as well as large show kites on display.
(877) FLY-THIS or (252) 441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
June 15, 16, 17
ECU Presents: The Fantastick's
Indoor Theater at Ronoake Island Festival Park. 7pm. The 1960's hit musical performed by East Carolina University. Free and open to the public.
(252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com
June 20
9th Annual Evening Under the Stars with The North Carolina Symphony
Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo
Enjoy a symphonic evening under the stars at Ronaoke Island Festival Park's Outdoor Pavillion. Guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating is on the lawn. Picnics welcome. Pre-show at 7pm with the Outer Banks Chorus. Symphony begins at 8pm. Free admission.
(252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com
June 22, 23, 24
ECU Presents: Moonshine & Molasses - Dance
Roanoke Island Festival Park Pavilion. 8pm. Spirited dance performed by students of East Carolina University. Free admission
(252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com
June 22 - 24
First REAL Kids Camp
REAL Watersports in Waves village, Hatteras Island.
Get your son or daughter into the water in a safe and positive instructional environment with the First Kids Camp! Let the coaches at REAL show your kids the ropes in and around the water. Surfing, Kiteboarding, Standup Paddleboarding and more. Ages 7-12.
(866)REAL-548 or (252)987-6000 REALwatersports.com
June 23 - 24
REAL Summer Swap Meet
REAL Watersports in Waves village, Hatteras Island
Kite, Surf, Standup. Buy, Sell, Trade. At the REAL Swap Meet, you will find tons of new and used gear, have the ability to sell your own used gear to other interested buyers, plus find the deals of the century on all the new gear in the REAL Flagship Store. 10am to 4pm daily.
(866)REAL-548 or (252)987-6000 REALwatersports.com
June 26 - 27
Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Competition
Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Resort in Rodanthe village, Hatteras Island
See some of the best kiteboarders in the world as they show off their personal tricks and skills! Free demos and competitions.
(877) FLY-THIS or (252) 441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
June 29 - July 1
ECU Presents: A Tribute to George M. Cohan
Roanoke Island Festival Park Pavilion. 8pm. East Carolina University pays homage to this incredible talent of Broadway's yesteryear with many of his classic hits. Free admission.
(252) 475-1500 roanokeisland.com
June 29 - August 5
Duck’s Summer Music Series Duck Town Stage. 6 p.m.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner and enjoy an early evening concert on the town green. Free.
(252) 255-1286 or townofduck.com
July
Saturdays in July (July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31)
Hatteras Village Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Hatteras Fire Station, 57689 NC 12
Enjoy locally caught fried fish along with hushpuppies, cole slaw and potato salad. For almost six decades, the folks in Hatteras Village have hosted this fish fry. Sponsoring the fish fry is the Ladies Auxiliary at the fire department. Proceeds go to the Ladies Auxiliary, the Hatteras United Methodist Church and the Hatteras Village Civic Association.
Kinnakeet Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Avon Fire Station, 40159 Harbor Rd.
Enjoy fried fish, locally caught by Kinnakeet watermen. The fish fries fund civic association programs.
Tuesdays in July (July 6, 13, 20 & 27)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Hatteras & Avon villages, Hatteras Island
Join us every Tuesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games.
Hatteras: 10am -12pm at the Hatteras Kitty Hawk Kites Store, Hatteras Landing -next to the ferry.
Avon: 4pm -6pm at the Avon Kitty Hawk Kites Store. kittyhawk.com
Wednesdays in July (July 7, 14, 21, 28)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Rodanthe village, Hatteras Island
Join us every Wednesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games.
Rodanthe: 4pm -7pm at the Kitty Hawk Kites store at Waves Village. kittyhawk.com
July 1 - 31
Chicamacomico U.S. Lifesaving Station Daily Summer programs
Visit chicamacomico.net for dates and times.
July 1 - 3
Third Annual Outer Banks Sandsculpture Festival
Kitty Hawk Sports at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing Shopping Center, Nags Head.
See professional sand sculptures create a 50 ton artistic masterpiece out of sand as well as a sand carving contest for kids.
kittyhawksports.com
July 4
America Celebrates/July 4th Fireworks with the Town of Manteo
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8pm. Enjoy music and fireworks. Bring a picnic and celebrate America! Free admission.
(252)475-1500 roanokeisland.com
July 4
Independence Day Celebration
Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building, Hatteras Island.
The 7th Annual Celebration, sponsored by the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Civic Association, features patriotic music, community singing and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy a watermelon feast aftewards. 3:30pm. Free and open to the public.
(252)987-1303 rwscivic.org
July 10
Ahoy! Pyrates!
Learn some of the notorious pirates and their history with seafaring along the Carolina Coast. All art mediums will be considered. Hands on History programs bring together North Carolina arts, history, and culture at all 37 of the Department of Cultural Resources' museums and Historic Sites. Fore more information, visit ncculture.com
July 10 -11
31st Annual Wright Kite Festival
Wright Brother's Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. 10am to 4pm. Come see a 100ft octopus, 50ft scuba diver and many other kites dance in the air during this jaw dropping event. Stunt kite demos, games, kids kite making and contests. (877)FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
July 26 - 30 & August 2-6
Cape Hatteras Culture Camp at The Fessenden Center. Buxton village, Hatteras Island
Two one-week multi-arts camps for kids (ages 8-12) and adults (high school and up). Includes group instruction in Suzuki violin, watercolor painting/crafts, music and motion and musical theater/drama. Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music faculty and Department of Theater faculty, as well as Linda Browning, artist in residence, will teach the classes. Violins and art supplies will be provided.
(618) 536-8742 or commusic@siu.edu
July 30 - 31
The Wizard of Oz (the musical) Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. 8 p.m.
One of the most beloved family musicals comes over the rainbow and to Waterside Theatre’s stage as The Lost Colony company brings the classic characters of Oz to life with song and dance.
(252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org
August
Saturdays in August (August 7, 14, 21, 28)
Hatteras Village Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Hatteras Fire Station, 57689 NC 12
Enjoy locally caught fried fish along with hushpuppies, cole slaw and potato salad. For almost six decades, the folks in Hatteras Village have hosted this fish fry. Sponsoring the fish fry is the Ladies Auxiliary at the fire department. Proceeds go to the Ladies Auxiliary, the Hatteras United Methodist Church and the Hatteras Village Civic Association.
Kinnakeet Fish Fry. 5-7pm
Avon Fire Station, 40159 Harbor Rd.
Enjoy fried fish, locally caught by Kinnakeet watermen. The fish fries fund civic association programs.
Tuesdays in August (August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Hatteras & Avon villages, Hatteras Island
Join us every Tuesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games.
Hatteras: 10am -12pm at the Hatteras Kitty Hawk Kites Store, Hatteras Landing -next to the ferry.
Avon: 4pm -6pm at the Avon Kitty Hawk Kites Store. kittyhawk.com
Wednesdays in August (August 4, 11, 18, 25)
Kitty Hawk Kites Kid's Day -Rodanthe village, Hatteras Island
Join us every Wednesday during the summer for a FREE Kid's Day! Climb our rock wall, shoot water guns, get your face painted, and try out our newest toys and games.
Rodanthe: 4pm -7pm at the Kitty Hawk Kites store at Waves Village. kittyhawk.com
August 1 - 31
Chicamacomico U.S. Lifesaving Station Daily Summer programs on Hatteras Island.
Visit chicamacomico.net for dates and times.
August 4 - 5
Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Summer Show
Cape Hatteras Secondary School in Buxton village. 10am to 4pm each day. Free admission, food and a scholarship raffle. Featuring local artists.
(252)441-1850
August 5
American Heroes Day
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station. Rodanthe village, Hatteras Island. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
See the personnel, equipment and vehicles of area Coast Guard, law enforcement, fire fighters, water rescue, EMS and more. Demos include Coast Guard Honor Guard and Color Guard, Coast Guard Search and Rescue helo and motor lifeboat demo, military flyover, jet ski ocean rescue demo, Beach Apparatus Drill. $5 per person.
chicamacomico.net
August 8
9th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K
Set on the wide flat sands in front of the historic ‘Old Station’ public bath house in Kitty Hawk.
outerbanksrelieffoundation.com
August 12
Watermelon Festival at Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head.
Family entertainment, dozens of spirited games, activities and watermelons galore. All festival proceeds go to charity and non-profit organizations.
(877) FLY-THIS or (252) 441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
August 14
Been Heres, Come Heres and Wash Ups: Outer Banks Families, Communities, Folklore
Understanding the communities of Hatteras Island and the folklore associated with how they came to reside on the island.
For more information, visit ncculture.com
August 18
Virginia Dare Faire. Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Roanoke Island.
Celebrate Virginia Dare’s 422nd birthday. Attend a full day of free activities for the family that include make and take crafts, games, entertainment, activities, free cake and ice cream.
(252) 473-3414 or thelostcolony.org
August 21
Brew Thru's Bluez'N Brewz Festival
5pm to 10pm. The Promenade, Kitty Hawk. We have combined both a Beer Festival and a Blues Festival into one great experience! Located at the foot of the Wright Memorial Bridge. For more information, call (252)384-3494 or visit bluezandbrewz.com
September
September
Hatteras Village Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament
(252) 986-2579 or hatterasonmymind.com
September 14 - 20
Blackbeard’s Pirate Festival
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Pirate history, storytelling, reenactments, and shows. Enjoy everything Pirate-style.
(252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com
September 18
Day at the Docks - A Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen
Hatteras Village. 10am to 5pm. The commercial and chaterter fishing fleets will display their boats, skills, products and gear in a variety of competitions and demonstrations. Maritime-inspired games for children and fresh, local seafood will be featured in a chowder cook-off and cooking demos. Traditional wooden boats will also be onsite. Musical entertainment throughout the day. Blessing of the Fleet begins at 5:30pm.
dayatthedocks.org
September 19 -26
ESA Surfing Championships - Grand Finals
The annual ESA (Eastern Surfing Championships) returns to Hatteras Island with the East Coast's best surfers.
(757)233-1790 or surfesa.org
October
October 7 - 10
Outer Banks Home Builders Association Annual Parade of Homes
10am to 6pm daily. A select offering of new homes covering the coastal Outer Banks. Tickets are $10 and good for all four days.
(252)449-8232 or obhomebuilders.org
October 8 - 9
REAL Fall Sawp Meet
REAL Watersports in Waves village, Hatteras Island
Kite, Surf, Standup. Buy, Sell, Trade. At the REAL Swap Meet, you will find tons of new and used gear, have the ability to sell your own used gear to other interested buyers, plus find the deals of the century on all the new gear in the REAL Flagship Store. 10am to 4pm daily.
(866)REAL-548 or (252)987-6000 REALwatersports.com
October 16 - 17
24th Annual Outer Banks Stunt Kite Competition
Wright Brothers Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. Throughout the weekend, non-competitors can enjoy workshops, demonstrations and kite making for kids. The highlights of this event include graceful kite ballet competitions set to music and team flying that blends both kite control and speed.
(877)FLY-THIS or (252)441-4124 kittyhawkkites.com
October 28
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 6pm to 8:30pm. Ghosts and strange aquatic creatures will greet children as they enjoy this "spooktacular" event. Hosting the event is Count Sharkula who always scares up lots of ghoulish fun. Crazy costume contests, creepy crafts, sping-tingling scream contests and yummy munchies are just a few of the things to howl about. Tickets are limited. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (800)832-3474 or (252)473-3794 ncaquariums.com
October 30
Halloween Parade and Party
Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community building, Hatteras Island
This event marks the spooky season in Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo from 2 to 3:30pm. Children are invited to wear costumes for the parade.
Call (252)987-1303 for more information. rwscivic.org
November
November 2 - 7
Wings over Water Wildlife Festival
Offering over 85 programs in themes ranging from paddling and wildlife photography to birding, natural history and more.
(252)216-9464 wingsoverwater.org
November 3 - 6
53rd Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament. Buxton village, Hatteras Island
Cape Hatteras Angler's Club, Buxton. Registration: Wednesday, November 3rd; Tackle Show: Thursday, November 4; Team Fishing: Thursday, November 4 & 5; Bob Bernard Individual Tournament: Saturday November 6. For more information, visit capehatterasanglersclub.org
November 13
Outer Banks 8K
Kill Devil Hills, near the First Flight Schools Campus.
An out-and-back course which will start in Kill Devil Hills, continue through Nags Head Woods Maritime Forest and finish at the First Flight High School track.
obxmarathon.org
November 13
Outer Banks Fun Run
10am. A family friendly event where kids and adults can run and walk for the fun of it! Walker-friendly and strollers allowed.
obxmarathon.org
November 13 -14
Outer Banks Jewelry Expo 2010
Saturday: 9am to 5pm / Sunday: noon-5pm
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 17 jewelry designers will sell work and demonstrate techniques. The expo will feature everything from beadwork to fine art jewelry. (252)475-1500 or visit roanokeisland.com
November 14
5th Annual Outer Banks Marathon and Half Marathon
The marathon starts in Kitty Hawk, the half marathon starts at Jockeys Ridge and both cross the beautiful Washington-Baum Bridge; and finish on Roanoke Island.
obxmarathon.org
November 26 - 27
Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Holiday Show
Cape Hatteras Secondary School in Buxton village. 10am to 4pm each day. Free admission, food and a scholarship raffle. Featuring local artists. (252)441-1850.
November 26 - 27
Kitty Hawk Kites Hangin’ with Santa & Kites with Lights
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Children can have their free photo taken with Santa in a demonstration Hang Glider. Watch the night sky magically transform as skilled flyers maneuver their lit stunt kites to the sounds of your favorite holiday songs atop Jockey’s Ridge State Park.
(252) 441-4124 or (877) FLY-THIS kittyhawk.com
December
December 1
Christmas Sights and Sounds
Fort Raleigh, Roanoke Island. 5pm to 8pm. Enjoy holiday sights and sounds with The Lost Colony. This seasonal celebration is complete with horse and carriage rides, Santa Claus, holiday music performances, hot chocolate and other Christmas-tide events. Visit the upside down Christmas tree at the Lost Colony Office building for hors d'oeuvres and more fun. (252)473-3414 or visit thelostcolony.org
December 3 - 4
Town of Manteo Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
Tree Lighting and Santa visiting with the children afterwards at the Maritime Museum at the Creef Davis Boathouse.
manteo.govoffice.com
December 3 - 4
13th Annual Manteo Rotary Rockfish Rodeo
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. A fishing tournament sponsored by the Manteo Rotary.
(252) 473-6644 or rockfishrodeo.com
December 17
107th Annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight
Wright Brothers National Memorial. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Gather at the exact site at the exact time as the historic flight to remember, reflect and celebrate this milestone. The daylong anniversary tribute will be held at the site of Wright’s first flight. Visitors to the site experience a replica of the Wright Brothers’ 1903 encampment and majestic, 60-foot tall granite monument perched atop a 90-foot hill that serves a striking and lasting reminder of the important historical achievement that happened on this site a century ago.
outerbanks.org