The Old Baldy Foundation receives a wide variety of inquiries each day—questions about the lighthouse, Bald Head Island, and the many details that help visitors plan meaningful experiences on our shores. Each call offers an opportunity to connect with someone who values this special place. Occasionally, a call arrives that not only shares curiosity, but also contributes directly to our mission of preserving and interpreting the island’s history. Such was the case last summer,

Reviewed by Jana Cruse, Museum Shop Associate As someone who enjoys World War II histories, I was especially interested in reading A Woman of No Importance  by Sonia Purnell . I already knew a little about Virginia Hall, but this biography offered a much fuller picture of her life and the impact she had. Hall’s work as an American spy in occupied France—while managing a prosthetic leg and constant danger—was remarkable, and the book does a strong job showing just how much she

As we look toward 2026, the Old Baldy Foundation is preparing for one of the most ambitious and meaningful years in our organization’s history. With Old Baldy nearing its third century, our focus is firmly set on thoughtful stewardship, expanded scholarship, and a renewed commitment to honoring the stories that shaped Bald Head Island. To achieve this, we’ll be working alongside an incredible group of partners—historians, designers, veterans, and preservation professionals—ea

Being the Educator for the Old Baldy Foundation gives me the opportunity to take part in a wide range of events both on and off the Island. As the temperatures began to drop and the foliage fell, I spent my time presenting to a few groups and enjoying the maritime history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service (USLSS) around the Delmarva region. On Wednesday, October 22, I headed down Highway 17 to speak to the Ocean Ridge History Club. This was my second time representing OBF there