We work to protect natural, cultural, and historic resources through preservation and conservation of a sense of place, and through public education, interpretation, and outreach, to instill these values in others for the benefit of future generations.
Our Mission, Our Story.
Outer Banks Conservationists (OBC) began its work in 1980. At that time, the duplex Keepers’ Dwelling at the Currituck Beach Lighthouse compound had been abandoned for nearly 45 years.
Ten years later, the Double Keepers’ Quarters was almost completely restored, the entire compound reclaimed, and the Lighthouse – open to the public. Today, OBC owns and operates the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, along with another historic site – Island Farm on Roanoke Island.
Our Team
We are a lean group of conservators, working to share Outer Banks history.
Ladd Bayliss – Executive Director
ladd@obcinc.org
Melody Leckie – Finance Officer
melody@obcinc.org
305 Queen Elizabeth Ave
P.O. Box 721
Manteo, NC 27954
Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Meghan Agresto – Site Manager
meghan@obcinc.org
Luis Garcia – Lighthouse Keeper luis@obcinc.org
1101 Corolla Village Rd
P.O. Box 58
Corolla, NC 27927
Island Farm
Terri Meeks – Site Manager
terri@obcinc.org
Victoria Syrowski – Livestock Manager
victoria@obcinc.org
Gabe Maready – Gardens Manager
gabe@obcinc.org
1140 N Hwy 64
P.O. Box 721
Manteo, NC 27954
