Coastal Carolina Indian Center
About Coastal Carolina Indian Center
Coastal Carolina Indian Center, located in Emerald Isle, NC, honors the legacy of the First People of Coastal North Carolina through a three-part mission centered on research and preservation, education, and celebration. The organization recognizes that the indigenous history of the region deserves recognition and remembrance, working to ensure that the voices and stories of historic coastal tribes are preserved for generations to come. By documenting and making knowledge widely available, CCIC serves as a guardian of cultural memory for North Carolina's coastal communities.
The center is committed to being the most comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to understand and connect with the history of Coastal Carolina Indians. Whether serving educators developing curriculum, parents exploring their children's heritage, or individuals discovering their own ancestral connections, CCIC provides accessible pathways to learning about pre-colonial life and the evolution of these communities through time. The organization understands the deep human need for connection to one's roots and creates spaces where descendants of historic tribal groups can gather, learn, and celebrate together.
Founded on the principle that historical knowledge should be preserved and shared, Coastal Carolina Indian Center welcomes those whose heritage is rooted in the beginnings of North Carolina to explore their ancestral past. The organization supports personal genealogical research and encourages descendants to deepen their understanding of the ancestors who came before them. Through its work in Emerald Isle, NC, CCIC builds bridges between past and present, fostering pride in cultural heritage and community among those connected to Coastal Carolina's indigenous peoples.