Museum of Chincoteague Island

Museum of Chincoteague Island Welcome to the official page for the Museum of Chincoteague Island! The Museum is dedicated to preserving the people, culture and heritage of the Island.
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Exhibits display life on this barrier island chronologically from before man to the present. Objects on display include fossils dredged from the waters around the Island and items salvaged from shipwrecks along our coast. Exhibits include implements from our oyster and seafood industry along with a contemporaneous video of oystering beginning with planting the beds to canning for shipment. The Gil

ded Age exhibit depicts life on the Island in the late 1800's into the early 20th century when wealthy merchants owned large Victorian homes on the Island. There are historical artifacts from our churches, businesses and volunteer fire company including an 1880 hand pumper wagon and items from the rich traditions of the carnival. Visitors are welcomed by a first order Fresnel lens manufactured in Paris in 1866 used to light the Assateague Lighthouse. The Museum brings alive the community's early sailing history in an exhibit of models of early vessels used by watermen on our bays, creeks, and channels. There is a video of the 1962 flood that impacted life on the Island. Other exhibits portray the development of the causeway and the bridges that connect Chincoteague to both Assateague and the mainland. And The Museum of Chincoteague Island is now the home of Chincoteague's most famous resident, Misty!

08/10/2026

Sad News:

Our dedicated volunteer, Mike, noticed that Drizzle was not herself, and struggling. The Beebe and Massey families were quickly called and Drizzle was transported to her vet’s office. It was determined that she had an internal rupture and would not make it to the specialist in time. The decision was made to put her to sleep and end her suffering.

For all of those that enjoyed Drizzle’s antics, sponsored her care or came to visit her, we thank you.

08/04/2026

Somone dropped a stuffed animal outside of the Beebe Ranch. We believe it was purchased at the Museum. If it is yours, please contact us! We have it at the ranch.

Today’s the day for Buckaroo Bingo! Although the online portal has been closed down today, tickets can still be purchase...
07/28/2026

Today’s the day for Buckaroo Bingo!
Although the online portal has been closed down today, tickets can still be purchased in person at the Museum of Chincoteague Island this morning or in person at the door of the event until sold out.
This event will be happening today at the Chincoteague Center. 6155 Community Drive
Doors will open at 11 AM and games will begin at noon
Thank you to everyone who has supported this event. Dockside Properties, Attorney,John Custis, Precision Plumbing and Marshalls Tree Service.

There is still time to sign up for Buckaroo Bingo! Buy tickets in person or online with the link below.
07/24/2026

There is still time to sign up for Buckaroo Bingo! Buy tickets in person or online with the link below.

07/23/2026

We are super excited for the 101st annual Pony Penning. We will be open Monday-Saturday 10am - 4pm!! Admission is $10, free for children under 12 and active military. Come visit us!

Join us next Tuesday for an interesting Tuesday Night Lecture with author and founder of the Chincoteague Pony Drill Tea...
07/22/2026

Join us next Tuesday for an interesting Tuesday Night Lecture with author and founder of the Chincoteague Pony Drill Team, Kendy Allen! Since this lecture will be during Pony Penning Week we expect seats to fill up quickly, so reserve yours soon by calling the Museum at 757-336-6117

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7125 Maddox Boulevard
Chincoteague, VA
23336

Telephone

(757) 336-6117

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