Nov 07 Saturday
Did you know Queen Anne’s Revenge did not always sail under that name? Come find out more about the history of La Concorde, a slave-trading vessel which later became the infamous pirate Blackbeard’s flagship. Register for Saturday at the Lab in November 7, 2026, for a FREE guided tour from the archaeologists and conservators responsible for conserving, documenting, and investigating this one ship with two names! You will also have the chance to view artifacts newly recovered from the Brunswick Town waterfront by East Carolina University!
Tours will start every 30 minutes from 10am-1:30pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your tour time. Tours are free and open to all ages, but registration is required.
Nov 11 Wednesday
Emerge Gallery & Art Center is excited to announce a new schedule of classes and workshops for youth and adult learners. Classes include pottery, painting, bookmaking, sewing, and jewelry making. Workshops suitable for small children and families include Family Workshops, ArtWalk Workshops, Pop In Pop Art Workshops, and our newest Mini Makers Workshops. Times range from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Check out the full listing at www.emergegallery.com!
Nov 13 Friday
The African American Music Series celebrates the rich heritage of African American musicians with ties to Eastern North Carolina, with a special monthly guest artist. The music series is part of the African American Music Trails of Eastern North Carolina, a program of the African American Heritage Commission, and includes the counties of Edgecombe, Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Nash, Pitt, Wayne, and Wilson.
Join us for a FREE concert on the second Friday of the month featuring Sam Doresty on saxophoneConcert date is Friday, October 9 at 7:00pmEvent is free and seating is limited.
Thank you to our sponsors: The North Carolina Arts Council, the Greenville-Pitt County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Christie Martin & Randall Martoccia, and Dr. Yoshi Newman.
The series celebrates the rich heritage of African American musicians with ties to Eastern North Carolina, with a special monthly guest artist. The music series is part of the African American Music Trails of Eastern North Carolina, a program of the African American Heritage Commission. Sam Doresty and his band members will be performing on Friday, November 13th at 7:00pm.
Nov 18 Wednesday
Nov 25 Wednesday
Dec 02 Wednesday
Dec 03 Thursday
Jingle Art Jam is one of Emerge Gallery & Art Center's annual fundraisers. Emerge Members get the chance to shop the Holiday Artist Market first! The market features handmade fine arts and crafts. The gallery is set up in a booth style with each booth featuring one artist or business. We will have beer and wine tastings from Coastal Beverage and Aji, hors d'oeuvres highlighting our Downtown restaurants, live music, and an art activity.
Dec 09 Wednesday
Dec 16 Wednesday