A must for all visitors to the Outer Banks of North Carolina!
Roanoke Island Festival Park is located on the Manteo Waterfront on Roanoke Island and is best know for the 69 foot Elizabeth II. The Elizabeth II is a representation of a particular 16th-century English merchant ship, Elizabeth, one of seven in Sir Walter Raleigh's 1585 expedition fleet to establish England's first New World colony. As you tour the ship, living history interpreters roam about engaging guests with sea tales, legends and historical facts.
There is a settlement site on the grounds where interpreters shed light on how life must have been for both the English settlers and the Native Americans that lived on Roanoke Island. Also onsite at the Festival Park is the 8500 sq. ft. Roanoke Adventure Museum featuring interactive, hands-on exhibits, bringing to life the rich history of this area. In the film theater, guests can watch The Legend of Two Path, a 50-minute film telling the Native Americans’ perspective of the English colonists’ arrival and the story of how the arrival of the colonists changed their lives.
Here you will also find the museum gift shop, where historically themed gift merchandise is categorized into an Elizabethan section, a nautical section, a Civil War section and a Native American section, but there’s so much more than that. Fun and educational toys and books, beach décor, jewelry, candy, fine teas, food items, soothing music, as well as a large selection of fascinating local interest books by local authors.
The outdoor Pavilion and surrounding grounds offer a perfect place to enjoy a picnic and concert. Special events are ongoing at Festival Park all summer long. The Summer Children’s Performance Series is a favorite. At the outdoor amphitheater on the park grounds, special concerts and cultural events are held year round.
The Roanoke Island Festival Park is a gathering place for many special events including art exhibits, concerts, book signings and much, much more! It is a must on the to-do list for all visitors to the Outer Banks of North Carolina! http://www.roanokeisland.com/
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