• Manteo Waterfront Park - The original Manteo Walking Tour is back! Join Manteo’s retired Police Chief for an evening sroll through the Historic Waterfront of Old Manteo. We will explore 400+ years of living history as he shares with guests an entertaining mix of the many “firsts”, lore, tales & history that make Dare County “The Land of Beginnings”. The Chief highlights stories from The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, The Wright Brothers, and the modern era. Colorfully, he shares personal stories of the real Mayberry, USA that inspired the classic TV series “The Andy Griffith Show”. He shares his relationship with several celebrities and many space heroes who have made Manteo such a unique and special place to visit. This highly acclaimed tour has been featured on PBS show “NC Weekend”. “The Sheffield Star” newspaper in the UK had this to say about this tour, “The historical significance of this small island in America is truly astonishing. It’s a Must See when you are in the states!”

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Embark on a captivating journey through time with retired Police Chief D’Ambra on the Manteo Historic Candlelight Walking Tour. As night falls, amble across Manteo’s scenic Historic Waterfront, established by Chief D’Ambra in 2004. The tour offers a glimpse into over 450 years of vibrant living history. With a blend of more than 21 pioneering tales and historical facts, Chief D’Ambra paints vivid imagery of Manteo, also known as ‘The Land of Beginnings’. Enthralling narratives about The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, Wright Brothers, and Buffaloes City’s moonshine production promise a delightful experience. The tales are not just historical; Chief D’Ambra also reveals first-hand anecdotes of the real-life Mayberry, USA that gave birth to the iconic television series ‘The Andy Griffith Show’. He discusses his interactions with numerous celebrities and space legends that shaped Manteo’s one-of-a-kind history. Recognized by ‘NC Weekend’ on PBS and ‘The Sheffield Star’ newspaper in the UK, the tour also garnered the accolade of ‘Favorite Outdoor Activity’ and bagged the Coastland Gold 2022 People’s Choice Award. A visit to OBX is incomplete without this tour!

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