The story of this glittering jewel box is written in its very walls — a mosaic of bottles and broken dishes, seashells and secrets, inspired by the visionary paintings of a Wilmington artist.
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The 1970s: The Wilmington 10
Following an incident at a local high school, long-simmering racial tensions boil over in Wilmington, culminating in the wrongful conviction of 10 activists.
Passport to Panama at Ceviche’s
A vibrant Wilmington seafood restaurant transports diners from one treasured coast to another, serving Central American dishes made with North Carolina ingredients.
The 1970s: The Decade of Disruption in North Carolina
Across the globe from Vietnam, effects of the war reverberate through the state, where social and political perspectives are shifting quickly and dramatically.
The 1960s: Crossing into the Future in Wilmington
On the cusp of a new decade, the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge is completed in Wilmington. The modern bridge is an icon of the fast-growing city, a connection to the rest of the state, and a promise of big things to come.
Made in NC: Nicholas Nichols Knives
A Leland bladesmith’s masterfully crafted chef’s knife made with wood salvaged from the deck of the USS Battleship North Carolina won him the top prize in the Home & Garden category of the 2020 Made in NC Awards.
A Local’s Guide: Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach
Set up your umbrella for a day of sun and fun in Wrightsville Beach or stroll cobblestone streets and eat at stylish restaurants along the Cape Fear River in Wilmington — or do both! You can have it all in these neighboring coastal towns.
House of Stories
For a Wilmington writer, her childhood home was like a fairy tale — full of love and adventure, joy and heartbreak, and even a ghost. But the historic house that she turned into a bed and breakfast holds more than her own memories: Here, endless narratives fill pages and shelves.
From Elizabeth Hudson: How to Get to the Beach
Being on the North Carolina coast puts you in a certain state of mind. This summer, getting there might require some imagination.
