Events

Bellamy Mansion Museum is hosting an art exhibition, "A Closer Look: America 250 & Historic Foodways" by local artist Ricardo Perez. This exhibit combines striking portraits that commemorate our 250 years as a nation with evocative still life paintings that share stories of America's rich culinary…

Turn back time with a special walking tour of historic downtown as seen through the events depicted in the beloved book and video series Outlander. Walk in the footsteps of the main characters Claire and Jamie Fraser, led by local historian and Assistant Manager of the Burgwin-Wright House and…

Set sail aboard a special river cruise and "experience a closer look at the legends that define the Cape Fear Region." As you cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River, local historian Hunter Ingram will be your guide on an interesting journey taking you 250 years back in time. Learn about the…

Explore the grounds of Moores Creek National Battlefield as it is filled with living historians portraying soldiers from wars across the ages including the American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War and both World Wars. Combined with the historic ambience of colonial music demonstrations and…

With a tie-in to our Country's 250th Anniversary, Wilmington Water Tours and Dr. Chris Fonvielle present History Comes Alive! Set sail through centuries of history on this immersive cruise led by acclaimed historian Dr. Chris Fonvielle. From early European exploration to the rise of the port city…

What is more exciting than a wonderful cruise with a story unlike any other? Cruise the Cape Fear for 90 minutes and learn of the night, on a rare snowy evening, when the famed Steamer Wilmington encountered two Revolutionary soldiers' ghosts. Enjoy a tall tale first published in 1988, told by…

Come experience a rare glimpse into Colonial nightlife at the candlelit mansion, the Historic Burgwin-Wright House. Guided by interpreters who will reveal the rituals and superstitions of bygone times, experience a glimpse into a life without electricity and modern conveniences. Space is limited…

Travel back to 1776 during a Candlelit Tour led by a costumed guide. Moores Creek National Park will be illuminated with more than 600 candles along a 3/4-mile path. Throughout the walk, your guided tour will encounter re-enactors who will recount the historic Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. Please…

Visit the newly renovated Cape Fear Museum of Science and History to continue the celebration of 250 years of America's Independence. They will transform part of the museum to display this temporary pop-up exhibit, "When Are We US?". The exhibit explores the various ways that the United States has…

Join Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center as they celebrate their 85th anniversary with a special WWII-era USO evening featuring a special dessert reception, live concert by the one and only Wilmington Big Band, and in keeping with the season, the evening will conclude with beloved…

Join Wilmington's oldest historic house for an exciting walking tour of historic downtown Wilmington with riveting stories of how life was lived in Colonial times. The ninety minute tour departs from the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, covers historic streets and uneven terrain and returns to…

Join the fun as an 18th Century Christmas Comes to Currie, NC! Come to the Moores Creek National Battlefield Park, site of the first Patriot Victory, a short drive from historic downtown. The expansive field will be filled with exciting Colonial happenings and staffed with friendly costumed…