Whalehead in Historic Corolla Tours

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Restored in 1992 to its original glory, the Whalehead is open for tours. Inside, you’ll see Mrs. Knight’s Steinway piano and petite Art Nouveau “grandmother” clock, as well as many elite-at-the-time amenities including original Tiffany glass sconces, corduroy walls, cork flooring, Otis elevator and a a cast-iron safe within an ornate, marble-topped sideboard. Please note, there are no refunds on specialty guided tours.

Ages: 0-5, free

Ages: 6-12, $5

Ages: 13-54, $7

Ages: 55+, $5

Active Military, $5

For reservations, call 252-453-9040, or visit us at 1100 Club Road, Corolla, NC 27927

Legends, Lore and Ghost Tours

Legends, Lore and Ghost Tours are held Wednesdays at 7 pm.   The dates for the 2024 season are:  June 12 & 26; July 3, 10, 17, & 24, & 31st and, August 7, 14, 21, & 28.   The cost is $15.00 per person and there are no refunds. Space is limited and advance reservations are recommended. Tours last about an hour and are not recommended for children under 10.

We will begin taking reservations for Ghost Tours on May 15th.  For reservations, call 252-453-9040, or visit us at 1100 Club Road, Corolla, NC 27927   Please note:  stair climbing is necessary during the tour and please bring a flashlight for your group.

Don’t forget to stop by the Maritime Museum and the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education for other fun indoor and outdoor activities.

Candlelight Tours

Starting October 2^nd, the Candlelight Christmas Tour tickets will be going on sale in person at Whalehead or over the phone at 252-453-9040.

The 2023 Whalehead Candlelight Christmas Tour dates are Nov. 24 & 25 and Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, and 16th.  The cost of the tour is $20 and the start time is 5:00.  Due to the popularity of this tour, advanced reservations are required.  Please call 252-453-9040 to reserve your spot.  Tours are non-refundable.  Starting October 2^nd, 2023 Candlelight Christmas Tour tickets will be going on sale in person at Whalehead or over the phone at 252-453-9040.

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Whalehead, the Maritime Museum and the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education will be closed on Good Friday, March 29 and Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024, in keeping with Currituck County’s Holiday Schedule. 

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