Visit the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport on June 4 to learn about indigo production in the Lower Cape Fear during the 18th century. Visitors will also have the opportunity to dye their own handkerchief with real indigo to take home. The program is part of the museum’s Anchors Aweigh series, which features hands-on activities that focus on a specific part of Lower Cape Fear and North Carolina history. Anchors Aweigh is geared toward families and all ages. These free programs are drop-in style and run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
