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The Museum of Chincoteague Island is a small history museum that first opened its doors in 1972. Ever since then, we’ve been preserving and exhibiting objects focused on the history and culture of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. The Museum was founded by a group of women on Chincoteague who were dedicated to preserving the history of the seafood and oyster industry. This focus eventually expanded to preserving the history and culture of both Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. Our mission is to collect, preserve, display, and interpret the history of these beautiful islands. We’re your experts on Chincoteague and Assateague history!

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A large blue sign for the Museum of Chincoteague Island
A grey house with a white roof and porch sitting near a body of water
A single-story house with light wood siding and a white deck on the side
A two-story white house with many windows reflected in a body of water in the foreground
A white two-story building with a sign that includes images of ponies and a small white boat
A white building featuring a large screened porch

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Save The Beebe Ranch

February 25, 2023

Chincoteague Island is fortunate to have visitors come from around the world to enjoy the untampered seashore, amazing wildlife, and quaint...

Miles Hancock Workshop Moves to Museum of Chincoteague Island

September 27, 2017

Chincoteague Island Native Flies Home to be Share His Life Story

December 14, 2015