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Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center, Harkers Island, NC
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Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center

A regional heritage museum on Harkers Island that showcases the culture, crafts, and community life of the Core Sound area.

1785 Island Road, PO Box 556, Harkers Island, NC 28531 · Harkers Island, NC

About Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center

The museum serves as a meeting point for the history and customs of the Core Sound region on the North Carolina coast. Visitors can watch live demonstrations of decoy carving and quilting, handle hands-on community displays, and spend time outdoors. Programs, daily visits, and field trips are led by community volunteers. A satellite outpost in downtown Morehead City, about 22 miles away, houses a gift shop with locally made goods, hosts seasonal talks, and holds rotating exhibits.

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