A hidden history of the Outer Banks.
As the replacement span for the aging Bonner Bridge nears its March ribbon cutting, it’s time to look back at what life was like before there was a bridge over Oregon Inlet. Jeff Hampton, writing for the Virginian Pilot has written a great article about Tillett’s Ferry.
“Before there was a bridge over Oregon Inlet carrying millions of travelers to Hatteras Island, there was Toby Tillett’s ferry, carrying two cars at a time.
Jennings Bryan “Toby” Tillett started out in 1924, navigating the treacherous Oregon Inlet in a fishing boat with a barge towed behind. He charged 25 cents per vehicle.”
To read the complete The Virginian-Pilot story click here.