Wilmington News & Blogs

For centuries, African Americans were in the majority in the Wilmington area. So, if you want to understand the region’s history, then you need to study the experiences and contributions of our Black community members.  Cape Fear Museum can help!

While summer may be winding down, Wilmington and its island beaches are ramping up as the perfect autumn getaway for families needing a change of pace for in-home learning or working from home, couples searching for a retreat or quarantine pals with cabin fever.

Finding a perfect and safe place to stay for your summer vacation doesn’t have to stress you out. From full-service hotels and resorts with amenities to cozy vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels and more, Wilmington and its island beaches offer a wide array of accommodation options

Scuba Diving magazine Readers Choice Awards consistently rank North Carolina as a top spot for U.S. wreck-diving. The coastal waters surrounding Wilmington and its island beaches afford a bevy of shipwrecks that interpret the region’s maritime heritage. In this two-part series, Dr. Gordon P. Watts, Jr. (N.C.’s first underwater archaeologist) takes us on a dive back in time to explore sunken blockade runners.

It’s been more than 22 years since the wildly popular show Dawson’s Creek premiered on the WB, catapulting the careers of James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams. During the course of the series, 128 episodes over six seasons were filmed in Wilmington and our Island Beaches.

Summer is in full swing, and packing your bags to head to the coast is the perfect place to ease back into travel. It’s no secret that the best vacations include delicious eats, but during this time, it can be hard to know what options are available. As restaurants pivot to provide the safest experience for their customers, remember it’s always best to call and check the availability and hours at your eatery of choice before heading out! 

Whether your travel vibe is adrenaline junkie, couch potato or somewhere in between, destinations rich in “soft adventures” will be right up your alley. Soft adventure, unlike its cousin hard adventure, involves little physical risk, requires little to no experience, and offers the perfect activities for a socially distanced vacation.

After a spring season of staying home, summer is nearly here, and you’re probably looking for ways to enjoy a fun-filled family vacation while still safely social distancing. With spacious beaches, parks and gardens, scenic water views and delicious coastal fare, Wilmington is open for escape.

After being home-bound for so long, a quick road trip to Wilmington's coast to enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities and open space just might be the perfect escape.

Staying home doesn’t mean you can’t visit the spectacular public gardens in Wilmington, North Carolina. You probably know Wilmington as a favorite beach playground. But here’s a secret: Wilmington also has breathtaking public gardens.