Ocracoke Shopping: Kids

These two shops share space in an historic home on School House Road. Deepwater Pottery sells incredible ceramic pieces, but it's also a gift shop with candles, soaps and body products, home and garden accessories and whimsical items you won't see anywhere else. Books to Be Red is small as bookstores go, but the well-chosen selection of titles makes it a literary powerhouse. Local interest,... read more

Island Ragpicker is an Ocracoke shopping tradition selling unique home accessories, art and fine crafts, bath and body products, enlightening books, a wide selection of greeting cards, local music on CD and other goods for soulful living. It carries pottery, chimes and toys and a nice selection of items made in America. There are lots of t-shirts for men, women and children as well as some... read more

The Variety Store is the one-stop island shop where you'll find produce, meats, beer and wine and almost all of your grocery needs. It's also the place for t-shirts, beach supplies, ice, household items, over-the-counter medicines and gifts. The front foyer has a bulletin board and racks containing local announcements, news, menus, advertisements and information about island happenings. 

Enjoy learning about Blackbeard the pirate at this pirate-themed shop and exhibit. You'll find all the pirate-related things you can think of including flags, jewelry, t-shirts, maps, books, costumes, toys, souvenirs and more. There's also an exhibit that’s educational for swashbucklers young and old.