Chicamocomico

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff...interesting site and affordable self-guided tour. Definitely recommend it if you have an hour to spare!

This Outer Banks Lifesaving Station is the only complete US Life Saving Service Station complex still standing on The Outer Banks. It is maintained by volunteers and donations. These Ststions were built about every 7 miles along the coast here to save shipwreck survivors. Shipwrecks were very common here going back in time from the early 20th century. This place has the original 1874 Station and the larger 1911 Station. It is definitly a piece of Outer Banks History and worth a visit. The heroic crews braved treacherous conditions to save many people. The US Coast Guard is the evolution of this effort.

Self guidin g tour. Very informative and historical. Those men worked HARD!!!

This is an incredible small museum dedicated to the history of the building's time as part of the Life-Saving Service. Definitely worth the admission price and your time.

A very interesting place to visit. Being a teacher in the Midwest, I had never heard of a life-saving station. Learned a lot about this place and its role in history. There was a small fee to get in, but it was worth it. Parking is free. Limited handicapped accessibility due to the various buildings and no pavement in the past. One can climb a ladder to the lookout area. They also have some historic artifacts to view. I would recommend to family and friends.

Tickets are good for a week and seeing the demonstrations on Thursday is a must. Worth seeing once.

Really interesting place. One of the early unsung hero s jobs.

Took my 6 y.o. grandson on a tour of this historic U S Life Saving Station in Rodanthe, NC. Short self guided tour of half dozen buildings dating back as far as ~1874. Learned a lot about the US LSS service and the many heroic rescues performed. Educational and fun!

This place was great. They had a lot of historical info about the area and plenty of exhibits to view. Most exhibits are outdoors so dont go when it's very hot outside. Also, had a nice gift shop. The workers are very knowledgable and are happy to answer any questions.wasnt very expensive for a family of 5 to visit.

Great preservation of history. Really enjoyed hearing about the life saving crews.

The staff were amazingly helpful and informative. We took we a group of 4th graders and they were entranced by the staff telling tales of epic rescues at sea and regimented life at the station. They occasionally do drills to demonstrate the life saving techniques, call and ask for details.

Outstanding demonstration and displays of the skills of the US Life Saving Service (USLSS). Must see US Coast Guard heritage.

A very good unique place for some wonderful history. God Speed to all that gave all.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit, the staff was very friendly and so informative! The grounds and buildings are truly amazing, the work that has gone into preserving this historic gem is mind boggling!

A lovely museum comprised of 5 original buildings used by Life-Saving crews from the late 19th and early 20th century. The remarkable bravery of these selfless men, and their supportive spouses, is enshrined here to inspire future generations as well as commemorate the sacrifices made and heroism of their actions. Staffed by friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. The museum survives on entrance fees and donations. Some parts are wheelchair accessible, including the restrooms. A very worthwhile stop for fans of the Cape's history.

Great place! Learned a little history of brave folks who watched the sea.

Great place to explore the history of US coast guard service. Friendly staff and home to some wonderful artifacts. An original picture of Wright brothers first flight and a copy of the Telegraph message sent by them announcing their successful flight were amazing to see!

Incredible heroes! These were men in a small boat fighting the sea at its worst or the flames of a burning wreck using rudimentary equipment that was ingenious in its simplicity. All of them were risking everything for strangers passing by their island home. Chicamacomico Station is an informative visit to the predecessor of our current day Coast Guard.

Brought Sea Scouts. Great demonstration of the Breeches Bouy rescue and friendly staff. Will definitely return.

Fantastic tour!!! The ladies were very kind, welcoming, and knowledgeable!!!

Parts of the station were closed due to site conditions but we were able to see the exhibits in the main building. Interesting bit of local history. Nice staff. Modest admission fee.

Very cool place. The historical involvement of Outer Banks with WW1 I had no idea about. Worth a quick stop in!

Update for 2019: arrived at 3:40... place closes at 5:00... was asked what i wanted... i asked to pay for tour...was told they weren't selling anymore tour tickets.... that the tour needed 1 1/2 hour. :-/ i am fast touring, dont want to spend most of my day in one place. Not good service. Guess you don't want to make $. Treat single individuals vacationing by themselves with as much respect as those with children or large groups. Old review: Last ticket for self guided tour sold at 4pm to give you an hour to view the site and exhibits.

This place is beautiful and full of historical significance. We we're lucky enough to catch a drill reinactment and it was so neat! They are on Thursdays at 2pm definitely something to check out. The artifact and old life saving gear are fascinating, as well. The view from the tower is like none other. This site is $8 well spent.

Check out the life saving drill on Thursday for some History themed family fun.

The reenactment was amazing! Glad we opted to check this out when we found out about it. Watching the reenactment (which is on Thursdays) which coincided with the 4th was a great way to spend the day!

This historic life-saving station in the Cape Hatteras National Park, along North Carolina's Outer Banks is fantastic. Try to catch the fascinating re-enactment of rescuing hapless sailors from a sinking ship, performed every Thursday afternoon at 2 pm. Fascinating.

Very interesting history. Make sure you visit on a Thursday for the demonstration at 2 pm

Interesting historical facts about the precursor to the Coast Guard.

Very interesting and informative historic site. The volunteer was really knowledgeable and you could tell she enjoyed passing on the history to those who toured the site. It's a great way to break up your time baking at the beach!

So cool! The staff knew a lot of interesting history, and the place feels incredibly preserved by people who really care. Love this place with all my heart!

Huge surprise. It was worth a visit. Lady in the gift shop is very knowledgeable and helpful.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. They reenact the life saving drill Thursdays at 2pm, and it's so great to watch! Beautiful museum and a wonderful opportunity to support a completely independent non-profit.

Very easy to miss --- DON'T ! Learn a piece of history you may never have considered.

Called ahead of time and answer machine said month of December hours are 9am till 4pm. Came an hour away got here at 10am and CLOSED!!!!! Very disappointed.

Very informative volunteer guides, Since Thursday, able to see cannon and rope life saving drill.

Very interesting and young lady was very knowledgable.

8-10-19 12:30 Gentleman volunteer was very nice. Lady Volunteer was RUDE ! Called me Sir, No, that is not for sale I am no longer representing as a male ! RUDE, INSULTING Well, why is it in the gift shop ?? and hanging on the wall. I turned it around to see if it was priced, and it almost fell apart, I m bringing it to her attention, she s interrupting me. I was going to make a purchase of a book. But, F-that !

Fascinating place. SO glad we went over to explore it!