Where did the Roanoke settlers go?
Roanoke Island is best known for its historical significance as the site of Sir Walter Raleigh’s attempt to establish a permanent English settlement with his Roanoke Colony in 1585 and 1587. The fate of the final group of colonists has never been determined, yielding persistent myths. Stories about the “Lost Colony” have circulated for over 400 years. In the 21st century, even as archaeologists, historians and scientists continue to work to resolve the mystery, visitors come to see the longest-running outdoor theater production in America: “The Lost Colony.”
What do you think happened? Where did the Roanoke settlers go?
