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The History Place
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A large artifact collection reflects the history of Carteret County and the Cape Lookout region from Native American through modern times. There's also a gift shop, tearoom, and a public research library with a notable genealogy collection.
- Address: 1008 Arendell St., Morehead City, NC 28557 | Map It
- Phone: 252/247-7533
- Cost: Free
- Hours: Tues.--Fri. and the first Sat. of each month 10--4
- Website: www.thehistoryplace.org
- Location: Morehead City
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