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Fort Raleigh National Historic Site The English flag flies near the restored fort.
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Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
Nearby Attractions
 

At Fort Raleigh:

The Lost Colony outdoor symphonic drama is offered during summer evenings from mid-June to mid-August at the park's Waterside Theatre.

Located within the park, The Elizabethan Gardens offers a year-round opportunity to enjoy 10 acres of flora as a living memorial to England's first New World colonists.

Nearby National Parks:

Cape Hatteras National Seashore: The northern entrance to the national seashore is approximately nine miles from the park.

Wright Brothers National Memorial: The site of the Wright brothers' first successful airplane flights is approximately 18 miles from the park.

Other Outer Banks Attractions:

For area food, lodging, and other trip planning information, visit the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau or Dare County Chamber of Commerce websites.

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John White's map of Roanoke Island

Did You Know?
Roanoke Island was meant to be a brief stop for the 1587 Colonists, but was never planned to be their new home. Their final destination was meant to be the Chesapeake Bay, two days sail further north.

Last Updated: April 26, 2010 at 11:22 MST