In the Exhibits

Our Story: Life in the Albemarle

The Albemarle represents a unique place— half land, half water. The story of this place comes alive in Our Story, a tale of how our communities have adapted to the challenges and opportunities of our unusual home.

Our Story: Audio Tour

Virtual tour provides in-depth overview of the region and its progression through various eras of transportation. Now available in English and Spanish.

North Carolina Shad Boat

The official State Historical Boat of North Carolina was fi rst built in the early 1880s by George Washington Creef of Roanoke Island. The shad boat on display here at MOA was constructed in 1904 by renowned boat builder and decoy carver Alvirah Wright.

High on the Hog

Hogs have found their way into our lives and culture, playing a significant role for families in northeastern North Carolina. Th is exhibit looks at how pigs have become a part of our family, home, and livelihood.

Women Breaking Barriers in Northeastern North Carolina

Highlights women from across northeastern North Carolina who broke barriers in areas such as women’s rights, activism, public service, journalism, literature, entertainment, medicine, academics, and entrepreneurship.

Guardians of the Land: Discovering Indigenous Americans

A children’s exhibit that focuses on the regional tribes of northeastern North Carolina.

Reliving the 1970s: Toy Edition

Th is small case exhibit highlights toys produced in the 1970s.

War of 1812: A Nation Forged by War

On loan from the National Museum of the United States Navy, the pull-up banner display commemorates the anniversary of the War of 1812.

Picturing Women Inventors

On loan from the Smithsonian, this poster exhibition explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women.