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The History of Mermaids (Cryptids and Curiosities)

Date: Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Venue: Virtual, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Community

From pole to pole and across the equator, the oceans connect us all, and the legend of the mermaid has appeared in many cultures throughout time and geography. Join Christine Brin of the North Carolina Maritime Museum as she explores the legends of these mysterious sea-dwellers, compares mermaid traditions from around the globe, and traces how these enduring myths have evolved through history.Part of the virtual series "Cryptids and Curiosities" - registration required for all four programs. REGISTER HERE.

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The History of Mermaids (Cryptids and Curiosities)

When
Oct 14
Wed, Oct 14, 2026
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where
Virtual
Raleigh, NC
Ages
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Price
Free
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From pole to pole and across the equator, the oceans connect us all, and the legend of the mermaid has appeared in many cultures throughout time and geography. Join Christine Brin of the North Carolina Maritime Museum as she explores the legends of these mysterious sea-dwellers, compares mermaid traditions from around the globe, and traces how these enduring myths have evolved through history.Part of the virtual series "Cryptids and Curiosities" - registration required for all four programs. REGISTER HERE.

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The History of Mermaids (Cryptids and Curiosities) runs Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM.

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