
I found this image yesterday and thought it would be fun to post (for a little while). Since it isn't Beaufort, no one has seen it except for the client who commissioned it. The house is in Atlantic Beach. Its windows reflect Morehead City and the bridge. The client loves music, so I painted musicians to add life to the deck.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Just for Fun
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Net House Restaurant & Oyster Bar
If you're looking for the best classic-Carolina fried or broiled fresh
seafood in a typical coastal fish-house atmosphere - the family-owned Net House Restaurant and Oyster Bar is the place to go. Their lightly-battered fish, as David Sobotta writes, "is better than almost any other fish house I've visited." Starting with light delicious hush puppies and either Down East clam chowder, she-crab soup or creamy seafood bisque, A Yahoo food review raves, "The food and service was outstanding...each dish was prepared perfectly...we had broiled grouper, shrimp stuffed with crabmeat
This highly-recommended and favored restaurant, across from the Beaufort Historic Site on Turner Street, doesn't take reservations, but folks start lining
A tip from Beaufort's Best: Call in your order, especially if you've just gotten here - tired and hungry but don't feel like going out. You can walk over, pick
Net House has a private dining area for small meetings or parties.
(252) 728-2002

THE NET HOUSE RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR
133 Turner St., Beaufort, NC
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Saturday, March 8, 2008
Calypso Cottage
Cedar in Beaufort, NC, you're in for an unexpected and wonderful treat - so give yourself plenty of time to browse...you won't want to leave...making sure you haven't missed anything!
A small sampling of some of the shops' unique collections is included here - to entice you to see much more...
So, who's behind this Beaufort treasure? - Pete and Stacie Meislohn. With over 30 combined years of high-end retail sales, the two hands-on proprietors bring a sophisticated yet laid back vibe to CALYPSO COTTAGE. For the last 15 years Pete managed the Hampton's most popular nursery- Eastland Farms - known for its six acres of unusual plant material and knowledgeable help. Stacie had her first shop, Cheznu, in Palm Beach at the age of 19 and
to Beaufort, the idea of opening a little shop that would carry their favorite finds...newly discovered treasures...Stacie's one-of-a-kind jewelry, and an ever changing array of "must haves" took shape.Open since March 2007, CALYPSO COTTAGE has brought Classic
Now housed in TWO adorable 1935 Beaufort cottages, CALYPSO COTTAGE features "refined coastal style" with it's signature take on living well.
The new enclosed Garden Room is a "must see."CALYPSO COTTAGE -known for it's remarkable selection
of jewelry including the popular faux luxe.
Calypso's Blog
324 Orange Street, Beaufort, NC Email 252.728.4299
Spring Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30 to 6 - Sun 10 to 5
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Friday, March 7, 2008
On The Waterfront - Your Home in Beaufort
A little history...Edmund Norcom, who met his 1847-bride Laura Ann Dusenberry while he was a student in Chapel Hill, made his way to Beaufort in 1851, where he built their two-story home on Craven Street. Carpenters or shipwrights used many structural timbers salvaged from pre-Civil War ships. Edmund became a ship chandler and they raised their family. The Norcom family owned the home an astonishingly long time, from 1851 until 1984 - 133
moved it four blocks to its current site on Gallants Channel, just off the Beaufort Inlet.This spacious, fully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation destination is in the Beaufort, NC historic district and only a four-minute walk from the heart of downtown waterfront boardwalk, shops and restaurants. It is unique in that it is the ONLY downtown vacation rental with no public thoroughfare between you and the water. "Your home in Beaufort" boasts not only a
well-stocked kitchen, floating dock and boat slip, but also a large private porch overlooking Gallants Channel.Read more about the Norcom family
If you have questions or want more information, please email.
102 Ann Street, Beaufort, NC 252-732-4125
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
Old Burial Ground
The Beaufort Historical Association provides a self-guided brochure, which highlights several of the notable gravesites within the Old Burying Ground. With over 200 stones pre-dating the Civil War, 45 from the Civil War period, and 150 from 1865-1890 and a few from the early 1900s, the Old Burying Ground is a must see in Beaufort.
Guided tours are available. The staff and volunteers of the Beaufort Historic Site are available year-round for groups of 10 or more if arrangements are made in advance. Regularly scheduled tours are given June through September.
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Beaufort Historic Site
(252) 728-5225
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Monday, January 14, 2008
Pirate in Residence
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Cape Lookout - A Ferry-ride Away
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Beaufort Artists
Please click here to go to the Beaufort Artists' site and see more of their work.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Two Historic Properties - Eddy Myers Real Estate
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TWO UNIQUE HISTORIC PROPERTIES
Histories and Views from.......
This old gabled roof Bahamian-style home, with its unique position on the west end of Front Street facing Taylor’s Creek and Beaufort Inlet to the south and Gallant’s Channel and Piver’s Island to the west, has had a front-row seat to
centuries of Beaufort, NC history.
During the Civil War, William Duncan and his family, refusing to take the oath of allegiance to the Union, were provided transportation "beyond the lines." It is believed they went to the Nelson's Garbacon Creek plantation, hiding many valuables before they left.
The Duncan House was the first house to be plaqued. In 1962
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What is now known as The Pecan Tree Inn sits on a lot deeded to the Franklin Masonic Lodge in 1866 by Rebecca Piggott.
Hugh Jones converted the Lodge into his private residence in 1900, adding five bedrooms and three beautiful Victorian porches. It is believed that the Jones house was the first in Beaufort to have gas lighting, indoor plumbing and a telephone.
Being one of the larger buildings in Beaufort, NC, the Franklin Lodge doubled as a schoolhouse. Subsequent years saw it used for Sunday school, a tea house, a doctor's office and an apartment house.
In 1992, Joe and Susan Johnson
restored and transformed this unique Beaufort landmark into the Pecan Tree Inn. For several years the inn has been owned and operated by Allison and David Dubuisson.
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Eddy and Barbara Myers have lived in Beaufort for years. Barbara's roots, however, go back to Peter Piver, Sr., a French Huguenot who came from England in 1709 and bought property in the new settlement called Fishtowne - at the western end of present-day Beaufort.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Harbor Specialties
After a couple of “detours” – creating shops in Pawley’s
have returned to their roots. The original Harbor Specialties concept began 30 miles up the
What began as one Beaufort shop has evolved and grown into three shops. The Main Shop and the Harborshop face Middle Lane. The Vera Bradley shop faces Craven Street - but all are in the same "complex." The stores are your one-stop choice for
anything nautical—from clothing to coastal art and home décor.
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ustom monogramming is a unique service at Harbor Specialties—adding 
that touch of elegance to most any product sold in the stores. The shop has a large in-house embroidery “machine” - a fascinating must-see!
While Susan “mans” the growing Beaufort shops, Len expertly crafts beautiful signage—not only those for the Harbor Specialties’, but many others around town.
Harbor Specialties is located
Sunday, October 28, 2007
The Royal James Cafe
3-Dimensional Sculpture Showing the Royal James Cafe on Turner StreetSculpture (private collection) by Amy F. Levine - represented by Visions Gallery
Since 1946 there’s been a café at
many walk-to restaurants—including savoring a long-anticipated cheeseburger at the Royal James. Yes, you will find what is traditionally boasted as the “Best Burger in Beaufort,” as well as local peel & eat shrimp, Boar’s Head deli sandwiches and homemade tuna salad. Don’t forget another favorite—the yummy shrimp burger. Add a fountain drink, a beer or a glass
of wine to top it off. The “James” also serves breakfast including southern grits. While there, be sure to check out the Antique Brunswick pool tables—proudly bragged on as “the finest in NC.”Monday, October 15, 2007
Handscapes Gallery
This brief history of Handscapes Gallery is sprinkled with a small sampling from the artists who are represented in the gallery today. Click images to enlarge.
Handscapes Gallery began about 19 years ago in the historic sailing 
When Jane Minihan decided to move to the West Coast, the two shops combined forces and became Handscapes Gallery. Jane Douillard retained ownership and Alison Brooks took an active role, but the gallery was run much like a co-op featuring local artists who also worked in the shop. In 1986 Jeanne Douillard returned to her
base featuring the work of other
Niche Magazine’s list of top 100 galleries. It is and has always been the goal at Handscapes Gallery to promote the American Craft movement and its artists and to provide the public with beautiful hand-made goods. The gallery also feels a responsibility to help educate people to the unique value of handcrafted
items.
Tierra Fina & Luna Boutique
Patti and Tipper Davis sailed into Beaufort,NC over a decade ago. They, like many before them, liked it so much they decided to stay. Patti opened the first Tierra Fina on the west end of Front Street. Several years ago she relocated the shop to its current Turner Street location and expanded the Tierra Fina product lines.
Perhaps Tierra Fina's most popular items are ceramic house numbers. Several styles can be seen and purchased in the store or can be seen online and ordered by calling Patti toll-free at 1-877-504-2789.
A couple of years ago, Patti Davis and Alison Brooks created the Luna Boutique addition to Tierra Fina's already wonderful mix. The boutique addition offers washable silk casual wear and Balinese batiks for men and women.
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Thursday, October 11, 2007
Beaufort Historic Site & the BHA
Visitor Information Center and Olde Beaufort Shoppein Beaufort, North Carolina
In 1964, the first house was purchased - the JOHN C. MANSON circa 1825. Originally from
The LEFFER’S COTTAGE circa 1778 - Samuel Leffers

In 1977, though it wasn't moved far, the massive 500-ton OLD JAIL, built in 1829 for $2,800, was a challenge to maneuver to the Historic Site.The jailer and his family coexisted with the prisoners. It remained in use until 1954.Upcoming Events
Beaufort Historic Site-Website
Site and Tour Information (252)-728-5225
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Old Homes Tour - June 27-28, 2008
Monday, October 8, 2007
NC Maritime Museum & "Friends"
Spritsails and Optimist Prams on Taylor's Creekin Beaufort, North Carolina
Dr. David Nateman, director of the museum, has a Doctorate degree from
David is seen, in the photo above, accepting a plaque from Ken Ries during the keel-laying ceremony for the Periauger boat-building project. Ken Ries is dressed as Abraham Sanders, builder of the 1730 Newbold-White House in Hertford, NC - now the home port of the Periauger.
Brent Creelman, now Executive Director of the "Friends," has an interesting sailing history. After graduating from Franklin Pierce University, Brent worked summers as an administrator at Maine Waterways, a wilderness tripping camp on Deer Isle, Maine. Winters were spent as captain of a private yacht out of Oriental, NC making trips to the islands.
One winter in the early 1980's, while passing through Beaufort delivering yachts, Brent fell in love with the town. He moved to Beaufort in 1986 and taught sailing and boating.
After becoming involved as a museum volunteer for the Junior Sailing program, in 1999 he was hired as Boat Program Coordinator for the "Friends". He has been Executive Director of the Friends of the Museum since 2003. Brent and his wife Kelli live in Beaufort.
The "Friends" work with the museum by underwriting new projects, purchasing equipment, funding educational and public awareness programs and acquiring land and facilities needed for expansion.
The Annual Wooden Boat Show takes place on the first Saturday in May on the Beaufort waterfront.
The "Friends" organization acquired thirty acres of waterfront in Beaufort, and plans to help the museum develop this property. The “Gallants Channel Annex” will provide new and exciting ways for the public and scholars to experience maritime history.

Support this project - Buy a Brick at
Old Beaufort Seaport!
Friends of the NC Maritime Museum Website
for upcoming events in Beaufort and Southport.
Join the "Friends of the NC Maritime Museum"
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Monday, October 1, 2007
Rocking Chair Book Store
View from Rocking Chair Book Store - Front StreetRevival of a Coastal Classic:
A Day With Don Returns to
A man walked into Beaufort's Rocking Chair Bookstore last year looking for a rare local book. "Do you have A Day with Don at
An on-line search of 20 million books at 100,000 booksellers around the world turned up one used copy at Ashley Cooper Books in
With shipping it came to about $30, not bad for a book out of print since the 1960s. It arrived as more of a booklet by modern standards, thin, faded, staple-bound, and looking like something done on the kitchen table on a rainy weekend.
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