Children's Programs

Whether a pirate, Civil War sailor, or archaeologist, the banks of the Cape Fear River is the place to be this summer! Programming is designed for vacationers as well as locals with one-day, two-day, and one week programs.

Discover life on the sea through history. The Lower Cape Fear is filled with adventure! Learn about creatures below and how they live. Take a boat ride and understand our environment. Walk along the banks and hold the past in your hands. There are programs for all ages and all interests.

Registration

Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call the Museum at (910)457-0003, or

print a Childern's Program Registration Form and return it to the museum.

April 21 – “ Up Periscope”

A periscope is an instrument for observation from a concealed position. In its simplest form it consists of an outer case with mirrors at each end set parallel to each other at a 45-degree angle. Periscopes allow a submarine, when submerged at a shallow depth, to search visually for nearby targets and threats on the surface of the water and in the air. When not in use, a submarine's periscope retracts into the hull. A submarine commander in tactical conditions must exercise discretion when using his periscope, since it creates a visible wake and may also become detectable by radar, giving away the sub's position.

Kids of all ages will be able to build their own periscope. Event is free. Please call the Museum at (910)457-0003 to register. 10:00a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Big Toy Day, May 19

Community Event at Cape Fear Regional Jetport Airport Road, Oak IslandPlanes, trucks, and automobiles will be on display. Kids 8 to 17 years old will be given the opportunity to fly - free of charge - in single engine planes provided by the Brunswick County Airport Commission as part of the Young Eagles Program. Camel and pony rides, souvenirs, and refreshments will be available for a nominal charge. The NC Maritime Museum at Southport and other vendors will offer free children’s activities. Proceeds benefit Communities in Schools of Brunswick County, Inc. Sponsored by Communities in Schools & Cape Fear Regional Jetport. Organized by Communities in Schools.

Admission/Fees: $5 per person. Under 5 years old, Free. Details: (910) 457-0003, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Children's Summer Series

June 19 - June 22 - Pirate Boot Camp

4 Day Camp. Learn about pirate life; make hardtack, and create your own flag & costume. On Friday participants will celebrate with a Pirate Party!

$35.00 members/$45.00 non-members. Ages 6-12. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910) 457-0003. 10a.m. – noon.

June 27 - Kids on Deck! River Boat Tour aboard the Solomon T

Do science experiments, bird watch at Battery Islandand learn the history of the river. Instructor: Capt. Bert Felton.

$10.00/per child. Ages 8-12. Space is limited to 5 children. Must pre-register. Details: (910) 457-0003. 10 a.m.- noon.

June 28 - Low Tide River Exploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southport and shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 4-6, with adult. Must pre-register. Details: (910) 457-0003, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

June 28 - Low Tide RiverExploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southport and shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 7–12. Must pre-register. Details: (910) 457-0003, 11:00 a.m. - noon.

June 29 - Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter

Learn about the Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter located on Oak Island. The shelter provides medical care, safety from predators, food, and shelter from the elements for injured or orphaned birds. When an animal is able to care for itself, it is released to the wild.

$3/child. Ages: 6 -11. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910) 457-0003, 10:00 a.m. - noon.

July 5-6 – Revolutionary Days

Two-day class. Give me liberty or give me death! The Revolutionary War was fought here! Step back in time to understand a world without electricity, phones, or cars. Activities include candle dipping, infantry drills for the young revolutionaries, and colonial games.

$10/child. Ages: 7-11. Space is limited. Must pre-register. 10 a.m. - noon.
July 10 – July 13 - Sailor’s Camp

Four-day class. Join the crew of a blockader or blockade runner. Build a fortification, paint a model ship, learn knot tying, and discover what life was like for a mariner during the Civil War. The camp ends with a sailor celebration on Friday.

$35/members, $45/non-members. Ages 7 – 11. Limited to 12 children. Must pre-register. 10 a.m. - noon.

July 18 - Kids on Deck! River Boat Tour aboard the Solomon T

Do science experiments, bird watch at Battery Island and learn the history of the river. Instructor: Capt. Bert Felton. $10.00/per child. Ages 8-12. Space is limited to 5 children. Must pre-register. 10 a.m. - noon.
July 19-20 - Digging Into History

Two-day class. Be a history detective! Dig for artifacts and learn how archaeologists interpret history through our forgotten objects. Hands on activities include surface collections and mapping your findings!

$6/child. Ages 7-11. Space is limited. Must pre-register. 10 a.m.- noon.

July 25 - Kids on Deck! River Boat Tour aboard the Solomon T

July 26 - The Exciting Life of Seaturtles!

Learn about Sea Turtles, their nests and how we can help save these creatures. Instructor: Donna Michaux

$3/child. Ages 6-12. Space is limited. Must pre-register. 10 a.m. – noon.

July 27 - Low Tide River Exploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southportand shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 4-6, with parent or guardian. Must pre-register. 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

July 27 - Low Tide RiverExploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southport and shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 4-6, with parent or guardian. Must pre-register. 11:00 a.m. – noon.

August 1, 10 a.m. - noon - Kids on Deck! River Boat Tour aboard the Solomon T

Conduct science experiments, bird watch at Battery Island and learn the history of the river. Instructor: Capt. Bert Felton. $10.00/child. Ages 8 - 12. Space is limited to 5 children. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 2, 10 a.m. - noon - Native American Series

Discover the life of Eastern Woodland Native Americans. Learn how the original inhabitants of the Cape Fear lived and what they lived in! Participants will create a miniature long-house to take home. $5.00/child. Ages 7 - 12. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 3, 10 a.m. - noon - Native American Series

What did Native Americans on the coast of North Carolina eat and how did they use their “left-overs?” Participants will learn about the oysters, fish, and the three sisters’ garden. Create pots made with oyster shell and arrow heads to take home. $5.00/child. Ages 7 - 12. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 8, 10 a.m. - noon - Shrimp & Shrimping

Learn about our local favorite – the shrimp! For generations, fishermen in Southport made this creature their livelihood. What is so special about them? Build a model shrimp trawler, learn how to catch them and what to do with them once they are in your pot! $10.00/child. Ages 8 - 12. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Permission slip must be completed before class. Details: (910)457-0003

August 9, 10 a.m. - noon - Fish Prints

“I caught a fish THIS BIG!” But did you really? Gyotaku, a Japanese word meaning fish impression, solves the age old problem of “fish tales.” This fish will not get larger as the story is retold! Children will learn how to create fish prints using real fish on natural fibers such as paper and T-shirts. Dress for mess as this program will be slimy and colorful! $10.00/child. Ages 7 - 11. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 10, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Low Tide River Exploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southport and shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 4 - 6, with parent or guardian. Must pre-register. Details: (910 457-0003

August 10, 11:00 a.m. - noon - Low Tide River Exploration

Search for seashells, sea glass, pottery shards and learn a little history of Southport and shipwrecks. Wear shoes that can get messy. Free. Ages 7 - 11. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 15, 10 a.m. - noon - Kids on Deck! River Boat Tour aboard the Solomon T

Do science experiments, bird watch at Battery Islandand learn the history of the river. Instructor: Capt. Bert Felton. $10.00/child. Ages 8 - 12. Space is limited to 5 children. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

August 16 - 17, 10 a.m. – noon - Revolutionary Days

Two-day class. Give me liberty or give me death! The Revolutionary War was fought here! Step back in time to understand a world without electricity, phones, or cars. Activities include infantry drills for the young revolutionaries, and colonial games. $10.00/child. Ages: 6 - 11. Space is limited. Must pre-register. Details: (910)457-0003

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Whether a pirate, Civil War sailor, or archaeologist, the banks of the Cape Fear River is the place to be this summer! Programming is designed for vacationers as well as locals with one-day, two-day, and one week programs.

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