Art and Crafts on the Outer Banks in Manteo

Arts and Crafts on the Outer Banks in Manteo

If you've been to the Outer Banks you know there is much more to see and do than simply hang out on the beach. While our beaches and warm breezes are enough to get you to the Outer Banks, you may just want to do more. If you love fine arts and crafts, then you need to head to Manteo.

Manteo, the county seat of Dare County, is often missed by our visitors and tourists. Perhaps because it is located on nearby Roanoke Island connected to the Outer Banks by Bonner Bridge.

If you've been to see our outdoor drama, The Lost Colony (fabulous by the way) or our North Carolina Aquarium, then you've been to Roanoke Island.

The commerce portion if Manteo is on the waterfront. By all means be sure to visit. Many fine shops for all ages. Great places to eat. There are two arts and craft shops here.

• Dare County Arts Council Gallery at 104 Sir Walter Raleigh Street. www.darearts.org
• Full Moon Artisan Gallery at the corner of Queen Elizabeth and Sir Walter Raleigh. www.thefullmooncafe.com

As you enjoy the many art and craftstreasures you will find in Manteo, here are two additional places you may wnat on your list.

• Silver Bonsai Gallery at 905 US Hwy 64. www.silverbonsai.com
• The Island Gallery (and Christmas Shop) at 621 South Hwy 64. www.outerbankschristmas.com

Have fun exploring Manteo and art and crafts on the Outer Banks in Manteo.