Roanoke Island Festival Park: Historic Attraction on the Outer Banks

The Elizabeth II representative 16th century sailing ship sailing with sails and flags raised. Clear skies and clouds in the background.

Set Sail on the Elizabeth II

Board a representative 16th century sailing ship.

Elizabeth II

Woman in a 16th century styled blacksmith forge

Discover the Settlement Site

Experience what life was like at the first English settlement in America.

Settlement Site

Explore American Indian Town

Learn about the rich history and culture of the coastal Algonquians.

American Indian Town

Young girl reading exhibit panel in the Adventure Museum at Roanoke Island Festival Park

Learn and Play in the Adventure Museum

Visit the museum and explore over 400 years of Outer Banks history.

Adventure Museum

History Comes Alive at Roanoke Island Festival Park

Experience a new adventure in an old world at Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 27-acre historic site allows guests of all ages to experience first-hand what life was like for the first English settlers in 1585. Historic costumed interpreters are featured throughout the Settlement Site and the Elizabeth II ship to demonstrate how the first settlers lived, worked and played on Roanoke Island. For a hands-on history lesson, visit American Indian Town and the Adventure Museum that feature interactive exhibits that all ages will enjoy. Experience an unforgettable adventure on the Outer Banks at Roanoke Island Festival Park - where history comes alive.