Visit Island Farm, a living history site that tells the story of the everyday Outer Bankers that lived on Roanoke Island in the 1850s. Here, an island family experienced the impacts of the Civil War, performed harrowing rescues as members of the US Life-Saving Service, and assisted the Wright Brothers in their dream of achieving powered flight, all while feeding chickens, fishing the sounds, and growing corn for grinding at the windmill.
Hours and Admission Info
Hours of Operation
Open April through November
Tuesday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day
Admission
$10.00
Children ages 3 and under can enter for free. Admission fee includes NC sales tax.
Admission tickets available for purchase at the Farm. Online sales not available at this time.
Group rates are available.
70% of admission fee is deductible as a charitable contribution.
Visit the Farm!
On any given day at Island Farm, our staff is telling the real story of the hardscrabble life of Roanoke Islanders who first settled here – after the Lost Colony, and before the Civil War and the Wright Brothers’ first flight.
You’ll find unique programs every day, live demonstrations including blacksmithing, traditional agricultural, food preparation, hearth cooking, weaving and spinning wool, feeding the animals, and so much more! This is hands-on history – don’t miss it!

Quick Facts
History of Island Farm

Events & Programs

Tour Groups
Island Farm gladly welcomes large tour groups. To qualify for our $8 per person group rate, your party must have 15 or more guests, and the booking must be made at least two weeks in advance.
Student Field Trips
Island Farm has many special programs tailored to school groups. Prior to the tour, each person in the group must sign a liability statement. Don’t worry, we never share your information. To save time, the waiver will be mailed to the tour coordinator and can be turned in to Island Farm staff upon arrival.
How to Find Us
Island Farm is located at 1140 N Us Hwy 64 on Roanoke Island, just north of the town of Manteo.
Give our Visitors Center a call with any questions you might have!
252-473-6500
More questions? Contact the Island Farm Site Manager anytime!