Museum of the Albemarle
Museum of the Albemarle is the regional history museum for Northeastern North Carolina interpreting the history of the Albemarle Region and its 13 counties. Located along the waterfront in Elizabeth City, NC, the museum offers a wide variety of exhibits and educational programs. Opening May 10, the chronological exhibit Our Story features over 700 artifacts on display anchored by a ca 1755 Pasquotank County home and a ca. 1840's Perquimans County smokehouse.
The Museum of the Albemarle encourages visitors to explore and understand the past, and to appreciate the history that shaped the Albemarle Region.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission Fees: Free

About the Facilities
Museum shop

• Free parking
• Public restrooms
• Exhibits
• Educational Resources
• 195-Seat auditorium and other areas available for private events

Handicap Accessibility: Site is fully accessible
Nearest Major Town/City: Elizabeth City

Visitor Information
Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 426
502 E. Eringhaus Street
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252.335.4365
Website: www.elizabethcitychamber.org
Email: ecacc@datalink.com

• Guided tours
• On-site interpretive activities
• Living History events
• Costumed/period programs
• Staff interpreters
• Museum gallery tours
• Self-guided exhibits
• Off-site/outreach activities

School Tour Requirements:

• Maximum group size: 50
• Reservations required.
• Free admission.
• 30-45 minute tour.
• One chaperone for every 15 students recommended.
• Curriculum-based tours if requested, K-5 and 8th grade.
• Education Coordinator: Thomas Spagnol