From the birth of Hollywood legends to the journey of the Underground Railroad, discover the stories that shaped Washington and Beaufort County
Local Culture & History
Discover Our Cultural Landmarks
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Historic Turnage Theatre
The cultural anchor of Washington, preserving over a century of performing arts history.
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Vaudeville Museum of the Southeast
A rare collection housed within the Turnage, dedicated to the golden age of touring theater.
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Underground RR Museum
Documenting the brave journeys and local history of the Underground Railroad in our region.
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P.S. Jones African American Museum
Preserving the legacy of P.S. Jones High School and the heritage of our African American community.
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Historic Bath State Site
North Carolina’s oldest town (est. 1705), offering a window into colonial life and maritime history.
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Belhaven History Museum
Famous for its eclectic and vast collection of local memorabilia from the "Birthplace of the Intracoastal Waterway"
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Washington History Museum at the Depot & Brown Library
The Brown Library is a cornerstone of local preservation. Currently the site of the historic Brown Library archives,
The historic Atlantic Coast Line rairoad depot is evolving into the future History of Washington Museum, dedicated to the stories of our 'Original Washington.