Museum of Chincoteague Island

Museum of Chincoteague Island
Oyster & Maritime Museum
Established 1972
Location 7125 Maddox Boulevard
Chincoteague, Virginia
Website Oyster & Maritime Museum

The Museum of Chincoteague Island, formerly the Oyster & Maritime Museum is located at 7125 Maddox Boulevard, Chincoteague, Virginia, United States. The museum contains exhibits focusing on the maritime history of Chincoteague, including the first-order Fresnel lens from the nearby Assateague Light.[1]

References

  1. ^ Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce. "Recreation and Activities", Discover the Spirit of Chincoteague Island Virginia Visitor’s Guide 2008, 2008, p. 14.

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