Things to Do

What really makes the Golden Gallery unique is the artists who, with one small exception, are all Goldens. Established in 1977 by Mary Ellen Golden as a brick and mortar gallery in historic downtown in the Cotton Exchange, they take great pride in their gallery, commitment to customer service and…

Featuring an extensive and varied collection of traditional African art, Charles Jones African Art has been in business for a quarter of a century. Items from Nigeria and Liberia are the focus of their gallery. They have fine Yoruba and Benin works on hand, with an extensive collection of early…

Come experience a mixture of art and laughter in this fun eclectic gallery in heart of historic downtown. Showcasing the photo art of Mike Bryand, known for his unique images of iconic Wilmington locations, also find a varied selection of art and gifts handcrafted exclusively by emerging and…

Offering a truly unique experience of local history and a superb example of Georgian architecture, the circa 1770 residence is graced by Colonial style gardens. All rooms are furnished with 18th and 19th century antiques and showcase hundreds of rare objects. Built on the former walls of the 1744…

Explore the first permanent settlement of the Cape Fear Region, Brunswick Town which became Fort Anderson during the Civil War. Founded as a town in 1726, and destroyed in 1776 by British soldiers on the eve of the Revolutionary War, the ruins include St. Philips Church, Russellborough the home of…