Articles

A Place to Celebrate and Connect
Nestled in a colorful turquoise building in Avon on Hatteras Island, Studio 12, a DIY art makers studio and working gallery, serves as a creative hub for locals, vacationers and artists. After its change of hands from founder Carolyn Schena to now owner Dawn Eskins three years ago, Studio 12 honors its legacy while... Read More

What Do Y'all Do in the Off-Season?
One question that summer visitors almost always ask Outer Banks locals is, “What do you do in the off-season?”
Maybe it’s hard for city-dwellers to imagine these remote barrier islands as anything other than a summer vacation wonderland, but the truth is that the Outer Banks is a joy all year round, and the locals... Read More

Behind the Scenes at Avon’s Studio 12, a DIY Art Makers Studio & Working Gallery
At Studio 12 in Avon, summer is busy with art-seeking shoppers and art-creating makers. In the fall the studio stays open regular hours, but there’s also a lot happening behind the scenes to provide a terrific art experience for the next wave of summer visitors.
Owner and artist Dawn Eskins says her focus for the... Read More

A Better Understanding of the Banker Horses
Genealogy, the study of family history and lineage, offers insight into one’s ancestry and provides answers about identity and heritage. It gives people a connection to the past, preserve family history and even solves mysteries.
The Corolla Wild Horse Fund (CWHF) has ramped up its genealogy efforts in the past few... Read More

Making Waves and Creating Excellence with Surf or Sound Realty
From their humble beginnings in 1978, Surf or Sound Realty has steadily grown into Hatteras Island’s premier property management company, leading the island in rental performance 19 years in a row.
“Hatteras Island is a special place,” says Vice President of Operations Morgan Veyna. “The natural beauty here is truly... Read More