Beaufort explorers on the hunt for a classic or more modern masterpiece to serve as a lifetime souvenir will want to stop by the historic and the endlessly enchanting Mattie King Davis Art Gallery. Located in the heart of the downtown area, and within the famed Beaufort Historic Site, this art gallery features a world of modern and cultured pieces that perfectly outline the community’s rich association with life on the water.

The Mattie King Davis Art Gallery is found at the historic Rustell House c.1732, and is the oldest art gallery in all of Carteret County. Featuring original works by homegrown and regional artists, visitors will detect a distinct coastal influence among the many pieces. A wealth of mediums are represented, including oils, watercolors, acrylics, pottery, glass works, jewelry, handmade cards, weavings, and more, which allows art lovers to find an eclectic piece that’s truly tailored to their taste. With rotating artists featured throughout the year, and roughly six “new” artists represented on an annual basis, every visit presents a new opportunity to discover something locally refreshing. Boasting a charming and historic atmosphere, and filled with eye-catching pieces, the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery is a must-stop for art lovers throughout the Crystal Coast.


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(252) 728-5225
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*Off-season hours may vary*
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  • Monday9:30am-5:00pm
  • Tuesday9:30am-5:00pm
  • Wednesday9:30am-5:00pm
  • Thursday9:30am-5:00pm
  • Friday9:30am-5:00pm
  • Saturday9:30am-5:00pm
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Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford Banks. After the tour, you are directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina, where you can spend some time shelling your way down the beach with Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance. Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast. 

Lookout Cruises

Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.