Attraction
History Museum of Carteret County
Carteret County’s history stretches geographically from Cedar Point to Cedar Island and the Croatan Forest to the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. The museum is centrally located, near Morehead City’s old Train Depot, the waterfront and just a short drive to the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. Within the History Museum of Carteret County, locals and visitors alike experience our history through our collections of documents, photographs, and objects that illustrate the lives of this rural county’s inhabitants. The museum features long and short-term exhibits on nearby history, a genealogical research center, publications, and programs that highlight our storied past. We can also assist you in discovering the county’s other heritage attractions, museums and historical sites. The Museum Store, Research Center and programs in local history are a wonderful added value of your visit.