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England's First Home in the New World
Amongst the shallow blue waters of the Outer Banks lies Fort Raleigh on Roanoke Island. Shaped by constant winds of change, Fort Raleigh has become a focal point of American history. From the first Algonquian-speaking people to the first English colonies, from formerly enslaved people starting anew to an inventor testing new radio technology, this island continues to be a place to forge new paths.
Roanoke Island in the 1500s Dive deeper into the stories of the English expeditions to the New World and the Carolina Algonquians that called the land home.
Fort Raleigh in the 20th Century
From early radio experiments to the creation of the longest-running outdoor drama, Fort Raleigh continued to make history in the 1900s.
Exploring Fort Raleigh Discover the different places to visit and learn about at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site.
Last updated: August 20, 2024