“We’re happy to not only host the exhibit, but to add elements of our own collection, as well,” says Craig Ramey, the center’s marketing and communi-cations manager. Ramey says the portrait of Queen Anne is making its first public appearance in 10 years; the painting is usually kept in storage at Tryon Palace. The exhibit also contains hands-on activities for children modeled after 18th-century artifacts such as a compass and a bell. Ramey encourages community members and tourists of all ages to see the collection. “It’s incredibly important to remember our history,” he says. “This exhibition connects people with history in a way that social media and books can’t.” Tickets to see the exhibit cost $6 for adults and $3 for students in first through 12th grade. Visitors can also purchase tickets to see the rest of the museum. Additional admissions range from $6 to $20 for adults and $3 to $10 for students. The Queen Anne’s Revenge exhibit will be on display at the North Carolina History Center in New Bern until February 15. For more information about the Queen Anne’s Revenge or the exhibit tour, visit www.qaronline.org A life-sized pirate replica welcomes guests to the Blackbeard exhibit. 25 PAM CREECH A presentation poster with a sketch of Blackbeard and a replica of a cannon tell guests about the Queen Anne’s Revenge and its infamous captain. An oil painting of Queen Anne (circa 1710) after whom Blackbeard’s ship was named is making its first public appearance in a decade. CRAIG RAMEY PAM CREECH www.wrightsvillebeachmagazine.com WBM
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