Gallery of Trees: Telling Our Story
Event Description
The Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center on Harkers Island fills its gallery with Christmas trees, some made from crab pots and some traditional, decorated by local families and groups to tell the stories of the Core Sound region. The exhibit opens Friday, November 20, at 6 PM with the Lighting of Luminaries, special music from the Down East School Chorus, and a reception afterward. The trees stay on display through January 8 during museum hours, Monday through Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday 2 PM to 5 PM. The Gallery of Trees is free to attend, with donations welcome at the museum.
Event Location
This event is happening at:
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center1785 Island Road, Harkers Island, NC 28531
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Event Details
Date & Time
Friday, November 20, 2026
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Event Duration
Nov 20 - Jan 8, 2027
Event Type
Recurring Event
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Last Updated
November 5, 2026