Historic Wilmington Walking Tour

Schedule

Sun Mar 23 2025 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401, United States | Wilmington, NC

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Our Wilmington History Walk is an excellent way to orient yourself with this beautiful city’s past. We’ll start within view of the mighty Cape Fear River and discuss how this place came to be. We’ll then take a leisurely stroll through Wilmington’s tree-lined streets, taking note of the people and places that shaped its history.
Some topics covered include Wilmington’s involvement in the Revolution, including the War’s first major American victory and the multiple stays of Lord Cornwallis. You’ll learn of Wilmington’s role in the Civil War and how it became the lifeline of the Confederacy. We’ll discuss the Antebellum and post-War experience of African Americans, including one of the most tragic, racist attacks in our nation’s history. We’ll tie up our time together with today’s most recent boom, ranging from our thriving port to the dozens of movies and television shows filmed here. Throughout our walk, we’ll sprinkle in colorful stories about our historic homes, stunning churches, and Wilmingtonians who made national contributions.
What sets us apart: Our tours focus on a central narrative. Many tours merely bounce from point to point, telling anecdote after anecdote. Though many of these stories may be interesting, guests leave without a full picture of the city. You'll walk away from our tour with a solid understanding of Wilmington's 300-year history.
Whether a tourist or longtime resident, you’ll gain a greater appreciation of all things Wilmington.
This tour will be led by Brandon, an historian and former National Park Service Ranger.
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