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The Annual Shell Show Returns
The North Carolina Shell Club (NCSC) will host its annual Shell Show at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, Fri., May 2 – Sun., May 4, 2025. The family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to learn about native North Carolina shells, meet other collectors, visit shell art and scientific displays, and purchase shells from around the world. Visitors enjoy a collaborative day with shell club members and receive a complimentary shell with each paid admission.
Ribbon Cutting
Friday 9:45am
All Are Welcome for the Ribbon Cutting
Molluscan Photography
Saturday 12:00pm
The Magnificent Molluscan Photography of Charlotte Thorpe, by Ms. Karlynn Morgan
Marine Envenomations
Saturday 1:00pm
Marine Envenomations, by Dr. Dan Minior
Building a Better Beachcombing
Saturday 2:00pm
Building a Better Beachcombing Strategy, by Dr. Ashley Oliphant
Saturday Book Signing
Saturday 12:00pm-2:00pm
Seashells of North Carolina
Mission Statement
2025 Executive board of directors
Upcoming Events
Quarterly Meeting-
Nov. 6-7, 2026, Cedar Point, NC
Quarterly Meeting and Auction-
Sept. 18-19, 2026, Carolina Beach, NC
NC Shell Show-
May 1-3, 2026, Morehead City, NC