New owners Mark and Dorissa Passmore want Marine Consignment of Oriental to be every boater's delight, offering great deals on thousands of new and quality used marine items. Gift certificates are available so friends may poke around together to find the perfect present. Located on Oriental's main street downtown, the shop...more about Marine Consignment Of Oriental
Sailors and travelers to Oriental, NC and Pamlico County find the shops are often small local businesses, offering everything from casual fashion and pottery to seafood and antiques on consignment. But no matter what you're looking for, there's no doubt you'll bump into something with a nautical theme. A select number of shops actually specialize in nautical items for fun, like pictures and home decor, while others focus on necessities like rope, sails and anchors. You're sure to find the electronics and boat parts you need among your choice of several marine stores, but overall the shopping here is focused on clothing and home decor.
Another thing is certain ... Oriental shopping is filled with unique items and one-of-a-kind finds. This blossoming art community creates pottery, stoneware, paintings and other crafts that are sold in various stores throughout Oriental and Pamlico County. And while there isn't a specific shopping center or mall, most of the shopping is within walking distance, so a trip to the mall is essentially a trip out your front door.
As a popular tourist attraction and sailing stop, Oriental has plenty of souvenirs, gift shops and a museum store to help you remember the visit. Or you can stop in a specialized screen printing shop to get the design of your choice printed on any fabric you like.
Calling for information regarding off-season hours is a good idea for visitors planning to enjoy Oriental during the winter because many businesses shorten hours after the Christmas and New Year holidays. Check our New Bern site for more shopping options near Oriental and Pamlico County.
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