About Us
THE MUSEUM OF CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND
Welcome! The Museum of Chincoteague Island is a non-profit organization dedicated to acquiring, preserving, and exhibiting objects of historical or cultural value to Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. Our mission is to document and provide education to promote the Islands’ people, culture and heritage.
The Museum of Chincoteague Island strives to be the authority of both knowledge and preservation of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands, engaging a diverse audience by presenting objects and experiences designed to evoke wonder, stimulate curiosity, educate, and inform residents, visitors, and partners to shape the islands’ future.
BEEBE RANCH
On June 30, 2023, a remarkable piece of Chincoteague history was preserved forever. Thanks to the efforts of countless supporters and the dream of a dedicated family, the Beebe Ranch is now officially part of the Museum of Chincoteague Island! The Beebe Ranch is more than just a local landmark—it’s a national treasure. Made famous as the home of Misty from Misty of Chincoteague, Marguerite Henry’s classic children’s book which was later adapted to film, this property has captured the hearts of readers and visitors from around the world. Generations have come to Chincoteague hoping to glimpse the place where fiction and real-life ponies met, and now, thanks to your support, this iconic site is preserved for all to experience.
The Beebe Ranch is now open Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00AM – 4:00PM! Admission is just $8 per person and children 12 and under getting in for free! We also offer group tours including visits with the ponies. These tours run Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:00AM and 4:00PM for $25 per person. General admission tickets can be purchased onsite, but consider making reservations for our group tours through our online store (click here)!
We can’t wait to see you there!
VISITING CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND
The Island of Chincoteague is a 200-year old history-rich village lying four miles off the Virginia Coast. Easily accessible by car via a causeway it is one of the many barrier islands off the Atlantic coast. Chincoteague Island is connected to and protected by Assateague Island, home of pristine undeveloped beaches, the famous wild pony herd, and the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Named by AOL as “America’s Number One Beach Town”, Chincoteague is a favorite family vacation spot with excellent motels, campgrounds and rental vacation homes. Visitors can enjoy the relaxing Chincoteague beach, fine dining, eco-tours, kayaking and charter boat fishing.