Our Mission is to inspire the appreciation and conservation of our aquatic resources.

The N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is situated in the Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, which is mostly maritime forest. Descendants of President Theodore Roosevelt donated 298 acres of maritime forest to the state in 1971. They stipulated the acreage be maintained as a nature preserve and used for nature and wildlife education and estuarine studies. Acres surrounding the aquarium dedicated as natural area commemorate President Roosevelt’s commitment to conservation

On September 17, 1976, the state opened three North Carolina Marine Resources Centers – one at Fort Fisher, one at Pine Knoll Shores and one on Roanoke Island. The centers were launched as research and education facilities, which also offered small exhibits that were open to the public.

The centers quickly became popular, and in 1986, they were renamed the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, and the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. That same year, a group of dedicated citizens incorporated a membership-based support group, the North Carolina Aquarium Society.

Attendance continued to soar. In 1996, the State launched a plan to triple the size of the crowded and aging facilities. The Pine Knoll Shores expansion began in the early 2000s and reopened in 2006.

The North Carolina Coastal Federation is a member-supported 501(c)3 that focuses on protecting and restoring the North Carolina coast.

Since 1982, the Federation has been in the field restoring miles of coastline; training and educating students, adults, and communities to take actions that result in cleaner coastal waters and advocating for an accessible, healthy, productive coast.

Created to give a united voice to the need for long-term coastal management, the Federation remains a collaborative, grassroots organization at its heart and brings together traditional and nontraditional organizations, government agencies, and businesses in order to achieve what is best for the North Carolina coast and to leave a legacy of clean water for future generations.

The Federation has 16,000 supporters and reaches almost 300,000 people directly each year.

On The Rocks Restaurant and Tavern in Atlantic Beach offers casual dining with friendly service for locals and all who visit the Crystal Coast. From our sandwiches and burgers to dinner entrees of steaks or local seafood, we strive to bring you the freshest and best flavors offered along the Outer Banks of North Carolina. 

We understand dietary restrictions and we're willing to accommodate your needs... vegan, vegetarian, peanut and gluten allergy options are available.  

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"From Our Coastal Home To Yours"
Our Coastal Home features a collection of new furniture and home décor.We're a one stop shop for sofas, chairs, bedroom furniture, consoles, art, lamps, outdoor furniture, and more!  With Local delivery available, and Interior Design Consultants on staff were able to make your vision a reality!  Let us help you bring a touch of the coast home with you. 

    Becky Cordova, Owner