Lecture: The Marine Electric with Gene Kelly

The sinking of the Marine Electric off the coast of Assateague in February of 1983 was a tragedy with an incredible loss of life. Only three people survived the sinking. This devastating loss lead to many improvements in procedures and protocols. The Museum of Chincoteague Island is honored to host a presentation from Gene Kelly, […]

Raise the Barn Auction

Original cedar siding pieces from the Beebe Ranch have been recreated into beautiful pieces of original, one-of-a-kind artwork. Also available are several unique pieces of Misty memorabilia, including signed books from Marguerite Henry! All funds raised will go to the Beebe Ranch Misty's Barn Fund. Link: https://betterunite.com/MuseumofChincoteagueIsland-ponypenningauctionfundraiserforthebeeberanchbarnrebuild-1

Lecture & Book Signing: Dear Readers and Riders with Lettie Teague

Author Lettie Teague discusses her new book Dear Readers and Riders: A Biography of Marguerite Henry about the beloved books, faithful fans, and hidden private life of Marguerite Henry. Admission is free for Museum members and active military, all others $8.

Lecture & Book Signing: Sunny & Jess with Sue Immen

Author Sue Immen introduces the new addition to the beloved Sunny & Jess series, Sunny and Jess Become Ambassadors for the Chincoteague Ponies. Free with Museum admission or membership.

Buckaroo Bingo

Join us for Buckaroo Bingo! Amazing prizes and refreshments available. Held annually the Tuesday of Pony Penning week. $20 = 20 games & 180 chances to win! $5 kids board with adult ticket Tickets available in advance at the Museum of Chincoteague Island. Doors open at 1:00pm, bingo begins at 2:00pm and continues until all […]