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Attractions
Arts of the Albemarle
252-338-6455
Located on Main Street in downtown Elizabeth City, showcases and
promotes fine art and traditional crafts of both regional and
local artists and artisans featuring shows and regional
competitions.
www.artsofthealbemarle.com
Elizabeth City State University
Planetarium
252-335-3759
Located on the campus of Elizabeth City State University,
presents multimedia productions under the stars on a variety of
topics including: space exploration, science fiction, current
astronomy and laser shows. Reservations are required with a
minimum group size of 10.
Episcopal Cemetery
252-338-1686
Located on Ehringhaus Street in Elizabeth City, is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. It contains an important
collection of gravestones and cast iron fences. Founded in 1828.
Free access.
Six National Historic Register Districts
252-335-4365
Accessible by self-guided tour including the largest
collection of antebellum homes in the state which features
African-American History and Aviation History including stops
where the Wright Brothers bought supplies and provisions on
their way to Kitty Hawk.
Mariners' Wharf
252-335-5330
Located on the waterfront in Elizabeth City. Free dockage for 48
hours on the Intracoastal Waterway. Legendary Rose Buddies greet
each boat with a rose and a warm welcome.
Museum of The Albemarle
252-335-1453
Located on Highway 17 South in Elizabeth City, is home to
permanent and temporary galleries featuring the story of the
people who dwelled in the Albemarle region from the Native
Americans and African-Americans to the first English-speaking
colonists, adventurers, fishermen and farmers. Serves as a
regional museum branch of the North Carolina Museum of History.
Camden County Heritage Museum
252-338-1919
Camden County Heritage Museum in Camden is housed in the
former Camden County jail (circa 1910.) The second story cells
have been fully restored and are open to the public. Documents
the history of Camden County with changing exhibits.
College of The Albemarle
Community Center Auditorium
1-800-335-9050
A 1,000 seat venue, offers entertainment for the entire family
including a variety of productions from orchestra performances
to seasonal celebrations and musicals.
Encore Theatre Company
252-338-3382
Encore Theatre Company is a local theatrical group with
performances held November through May at the Main Street Stage in
downtown Elizabeth City on Main Street. For those who crave
drama or comedy, this local group of performers is sure to
entertain all.
www.encoretheatre.org
Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center
252-335-3359
The Mickey L. Burnim Fine Arts Center offers a welcoming
atmosphere for entertainment in a 1,000 seat venue with an
amphitheater on site.
Tours
252-335-5330
Need help customizing the tour
you need to suit your group? Contact the Elizabeth City Area
Convention & Visitors Bureau
for more information.
Golf/Driving Range
Tee off at area golf courses and the local golf park –
Knobbs Creek Par 3
252-335-1424
Located at 200 East Ward Street open
year round- 9 holes, par 3. FMI: .
Matthews Creek Par 3 Golf Course
252-330-2229
Located at 733 Dryridge
Road day and night golfing under the lights – 9 holes, par 3.
The Pines At Elizabeth City
252-335-0278
Located at 1525 North Road Street – semi-private open year
round 18 holes, par 7.
Albemarle Golf Park
252-331-2199
- Albemarle Golf Park golf driving
range located at 111 Capital Trace in South Park Commercial
Center off of Weeksville Road offers covered tees, snack bar and
newly added batting cages for fun for the entire family.
Albemarle Area Regional Golf Courses- There are eleven
golf courses within the Albemarle area which include award
winning courses.
Racetracks
Dixieland Motorsports Complex
252-771-5151
Dixieland Motorsports Complex located on the outskirts of
Elizabeth City is an oval dirt track 3/8 mile long. Three
racetracks for stockcar, go-cart and motorcycle are busy during
the scheduled season which runs from April - September.
Theaters
Carolina Theatre & Grille
252-337-7600
Carolina Theatre & Grille in downtown Elizabeth City offers
modern day movies within an historical setting plus dinner if
you please!
Gateway Cinema
252-338-3937
Gateway Cinema located adjacent to Southgate Mall in
Elizabeth City features discount matinee passes. |