December Events at Roanoke Island Festival Park Festival Park
Published November 5, 2007 by Roanoke Island Festival ParkDECEMBER
History, Arts and Fun – All Rolled Into one!
December 1-31
Enjoy daily programs aboard the Elizabeth II, a sixteenth century representative sailing ship. Visit the Settlement Site and experience blacksmithing, woodworking and games. Explore 400 years of Outer Banks history in the interactive Roanoke Adventure Museum. Settle in for a docu-drama, in The Film Theatre, entitled “The Legend of Two- Path”. See impressive works of art in the Art Gallery. Discover unique gifts in the Museum Store.
Find ancient treasures in our Fossil Pit. Take a leisurely stroll on our waterside boardwalk and view our award winning shoreline restoration project, the maritime forest and marsh conservation area. Here life takes on a whole new perspective as you observe the hidden pristine beauty and quiet surroundings. There are several benches on the way for rest and reflection and also picnic tables. Admission charged. Hours vary seasonally. For additional information, call (252) 475-1506, (252) 475-1500 or visit us online at www.roanokeisland.com
North Carolina Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island
December 1-31
The NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island will offer a variety of maritime skills, boatbuilding, sailing programs and workshops throughout the year in the Creef Boathouse. Visit the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and learn the history of the screw-pile lights. Times and dates vary seasonally. Visit obxmaritime.org or call (252) 475-1750 for current programming schedules.
Pocosin Arts Folk School Creative Diversions
Influences of Traditional North Carolina Art and Craft
November 5- December 31 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Art Gallery
Creative Diversions will explore traditional craft and its function and growth as well as influences around the pocosin region of eastern North Carolina and across the State. The exhibition will include original work in fiber, ceramics, metals, wood, painting/drawing, digital media/photography, glass and printmaking.”An opening reception will be held on November 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. For additional information call (252) 475-1500 or visit us a www.roanokeisland.com
12 Days of Christmas Sale
Dec 1-12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Museum Store
During these first 12 days, join us for our Fifth Annual 12 Days of Christmas Sale. Each day there will be a new category added with some discounts up to 50% off. The discount will begin on specified date and remain until the last day of sale. Sale is not valid with other discounts. Call (252) 475-1500 Ext. 252 for more information.
“It’s A Wonderful Life”
December 7 and 8 at 8:00 p.m.
Film Theatre
Produced by the North Carolina Stage Company in Asheville, the production will transform the RIFP Film Theatre into WBFR Studio A, in Manhattan, NY. The audience will become the live studio audience for the coast-to-coast broadcast of the classic “It’s a Wonderful Life.” 5 actors will resurrect the vintage radio-drama and provide all live sound effects needed to bring the story to life. Ticket are $10.00 For more information call (252) 475-1500.
Town of Manteo Christmas Parade
December 8 at 11:00 a.m.
Downtown Manteo
Shoreline Entertainment Christmas Show/ Musical Review
December 12, 15, 16,19,22,23
2:00 p.m.
Film Theatre
This musical revue is sure to put the whole family into the Christmas spirit! The show features Broadway style singing and dancing with something for everyone, including country, 50’s, Santa’s workshop and a special winter wonderland surprise. The music will include secular and spiritual holiday favorites from yesterday and today. Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $5.00 for 12 and under and may be purchased at the Park’s Visitors Center. For more information call 252-475-1500.
Locals Sale
Dec. 13-31
The Museum Store
Receive 25% off of total purchase! Call (252) 475-1500 Ext. 252 for more information.
Shoreline Entertainment Christmas Show/ Musical Review
December 13, 14, 20, 21
8:00 p.m.
Film Theatre
This musical revue is sure to put the whole family into the Christmas spirit! The show features Broadway style singing and dancing with something for everyone, including country, 50’s, Santa’s workshop and a special winter wonderland surprise. The music will include secular and spiritual holiday favorites from yesterday and today. Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $5.00 for 12 and under and may be purchased at the Park’s Visitors Center. For more information call 252-475-1500.
Elizabethan Christmas
December 29 from noon-5 p.m.
The Inside Mall
Don’t let the holiday spirit fade! On Saturday, December 29, come join in the fun as Roanoke Island Festival Park celebrates the sixth day of Christmas. Visitors to the Park can get a taste of 16th century holiday traditions from 12:00 to 5:00 as they make decorations, learn special dances, sing songs, discover food and drink of the season, and indulge in merriment with members of the Guild of St. Andrew. Many events will be held inside and the celebration will go on, rain or shine.
In the Settlement Site visitors can join with the interpreters as they “recreate” their celebration in the American wilderness, with simple decorations and a roast over the open fire. There may even be a few more surprises of the season. We’ll see you there and wish you Merry Yuletide! For more information call (252) 475-1500.
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