The Outer Banks is famous for many things; wild horses, lighthouses, beaches, and more. One big piece of American history lies right here on the Outer Banks…the mystery of the Lost Colony.

What Is the Lost Colony?

For those who don’t know, the Lost Colony was made up of 117 men, women, and children who made the voyage from England to Roanoke Island in July of 1587 to discover the new world. The Colony established itself amid a feud between Spain and England. Because of the war, the supply ships that were supposed to deliver food and necessities to the colonists never came. The colonists had disappeared by the time John White came back 3 years later to replenish their supplies. Many people have their theories about what happened to the vanished colony, but no one knows for sure.

Who is Eleanor Dare?

Eleanor Dare (daughter of John White) was among the 117 colonists who came to Roanoke Island over 500 years ago. On August 18th, 1587, Elanor gave birth to a baby girl named Virginia Dare. Virginia was the first English child to be born in the New World!

via Britannica // The Christening of Virginia Dare

The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama

The mystery of the Lost Colony is a huge part of Outer Banks history. So much so, that the story has been produced into an outdoor drama! The production of Lost Colony is historic in and of itself. It’s been running since 1937 and has produced talents like Andy Griffith, Chris Elliot, and Steve Kazee.