Stroll the Boardwalk, savor a doughnut, and step into yesteryear in this timeless New Hanover County beach town.
new hanover county
Port City Lady
Inspired by our country’s copper-clad symbol of freedom, there’s a little Liberty in New Hanover County.
Wilmington’s Rise to the Occasion
Named the “Defense Capital of the State,” this New Hanover county destination earned the distinction of American WWII Heritage City thanks, in part, to the work of a veteran who was inspired by the Port City’s conflict response.
Oceanside Divide
A small strip of land near Wilmington entertained thousands of visitors — some famous — during the Jim Crow era in North Carolina.
Casey’s Buffet in Wilmington
At Casey’s Buffet, down-home comfort comes by the plateful.
The History Of Ice In Wilmington
Once people had their first taste of cold drinks in Wilmington in the late 1800s, they couldn’t forget that refreshing coolness, and the ice industry was born. Today, only a fraction of it lingers in the Port City.
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
This summer, revisit one of the coast’s forgotten treasures.
The Fudgeboat
This boat is landlocked in Carolina Beach, but it still offers a sweet trip.
Big, Bold, and Lifelike
Sean Ruttkay’s coastal photography is life-size and captures rare moments.
