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Washington Visitor Information
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Located on the shores of the Pamlico River,
Washington is a waterway to the Atlantic Ocean and the I.C.W. and offers
all the amenities of a coastal community. Sailing is a popular
pastime here. You’ll find several excellent marinas catering to
the boater’s needs. The
City of Washington docks along Stewart Parkway's river walk provide
water, power, and a pump out station and restroom facilities.
For reservations call the Washington Recreation Department at (252)
975-9367, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday or visit them on the web at
http://www.washington-nc.com/recreation_boats.aspx Washington, North Carolina is about two
hours east of Raleigh at the junction of Highways 264 and 17. East
Carolina University and the city of Greenville are just a 20-minute
drive away. Bath, North Carolina’s first town is likewise |
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Sailing & Watersports The Washington and
Coastal Carolina region is home to a variety of water sports. Boating
and fishing enthusiasts are encouraged to check out the following
information and links to area facilities.
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Beaufort County Arts Council - provides year
round art shows and gallery displays with gift shop for purchasing
excellent local artwork. The Civic Center is
housed in the same historic train depot and is the location of many
visiting shows and events. More. Goose Creek State Park - Enjoy wandering through coastal pine forests and exploring the riverbanks to get a true feel for the natural wonder of our area. The Environmental Education and Visitor Center has maps of the park and a great deal of information on the ecology of Goose Creek and the Pamlico River. More. The North Carolina Estuarium - Visit
this environmental center and learn about our vital estuaries and
coastal rivers. They also offer River Roving; their afternoon
river cruises on the Pamlico. More... Self-guided
Historic Washington Walking Tour - The Moss House is at the
beginning of the tour, guides with maps for the tour are available at
the Visitors Center on Market Street. Lake Mattamuskeet - Lake Mattamuskeet, one of the most beautiful natural resources in North Carolina, is located on the way to the Outer Banks about 65 miles east of Washington. In the winter months, thousands of Tundra Swans, Canada and Snow Geese, pintails, black ducks, and mallards, as well as less numerous species of other waterfowl may be seen on the lake. Music in
the Streets - The third Friday of the month, April through
October. Enjoy a wonderful evening with your friends and neighbors in
Historic Downtown Washington. No matter what your musical taste, you
will find entertainers to delight you in this monthly musical event.
Downtown Washington comes to life, shops stay open late and the
restaurants are glad to see you. The Turnage Theater - The Turnage presents the finest in professional performing arts and entertainment in recently restored and renovated historic theater building. The ECU School of Theatre and Dance is planning to produce the ECU/Loessin Summer Theatre 2008 season in its gracious confines.
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Annual Events Please refer to the Washington Visitors Information Center website Calendar of Events or provided links for dates and times of any of the following events. |
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| January | ||||
| Annual Brown Library Book Sale. The Friends of Brown Library Book Sale is the place to find those books you've been planning to read, but haven't found the time. Your purchase helps to support the ongoing programs of Brown Library. At the Washington Civic Center, Corner of Gladden & Second Street, the last weekend of January. | ||||
| February | ||||
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East Carolina Wildlife Arts Festival and
The North Carolina Decoy Carving Championships, presented by the
non-profit East Carolina Wildfowl Guild. The weekend long event is held the
first weekend of each February and begins with a special preview event
for sponsors and other invited guests. Activities are held a
block's walk away from The Moss House at the Washington Civic Center. |
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| March | ||||
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Young Life 5K Run for
Life - Support Young Life in
Washington by participating in the annual 5K (3.1 miles) run or walk
race. The route takes you along an enjoyable route through Washington's
historic district and along the Pamlico River. |
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| April | ||||
| Race for the River Kayakalon - Kayak 1.5 miles, Bike 15 miles, Run 3.2 miles, fund raiser event to support the Pamlico Tar River Foundation, held at Goose Creek State Park. | ||||
| June | ||||
| Washington Summer Festival, presented by the Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce on the last weekend of July. Fireworks, live music, carnival rides, and arts & crafts. It is held on the Washington waterfront just a few blocks from The Moss House. For more information visit the Washington Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce | ||||
| July | ||||
| Red Hot & Blues Independence Day Celebration - This year's Independence Day Celebration in Downtown Washington will include a raft race, blues music, a gospel concert, a watermelon eating contest, a watermelon seed spitting contest, a jalapeņo eating contest, and of course, FIREWORKS. There will also be children's events and a boat decorating contest. | ||||
| August | ||||
| 2nd Annual Pickin' on the Pamlico - Relish a hearty crab feast (harvested fresh from the Pamlico River), and enjoy good music, while taking in the beautiful views of the Washington waterfront. Sound good to you? You are invited to DWOW's first PICKIN' ON THE PAMLICO. We will be pickin' & eatin' CRAB & SHRIMP while enjoying musical entertainment. | ||||
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Annual Autumn Arts and Crafts Show -
Come see one of a kind
artwork from area crafters at this annual event. At The Blind Center,
Corner of Harvey & Third Street |
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| October | ||||
| Smoke on the Water, An annual barbecue and chili cook-off with some of the best barbecue in the state. This event is presented by the Historic Downtown Washington Merchant's Association and is held on the newly refurbished Washington waterfront. Live music, lots of food and fun. | ||||
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Holiday Arts &
Craft Show - Beaufort County
Arts Council's Annual Holiday Arts & Craft Show at the Washington Civic Center. Oyster Roast - Annual fund raising event. Sponsored by PTRF |
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Washington's Annual Christmas Parade - This annual parade sponsored by the
local Kiwanis Club and the City of Washington will stroll through
Historic Downtown Washington. This will be great fun for the whole
family.
HeART of the City
Concert - Free Concert sponsored
by the Beaufort County Arts Council featuring The Beaufort County Choral
Society and the River City Ringers. December 7th 7:30 PM at the
Washington Civic Center |
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