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Carolina Beach area Facilities

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Kure Beach area Facilities

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Kure Beach area Displays, Exhibitions and Fairs
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Note: telephone area code is 910

North Carolina Aquarium

Visitors to the new North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher will marvel in absolute wonder when the 84,000-square-foot aquarium opens March 22nd with the theme "Waters of the Cape Fear." After more than two years of expansion and renovation, the new state-of-the-art aquarium is triple its former size and boasts a number of fascinating new exhibits. 

Unlike other aquatic attractions, the new North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher celebrates the broad spectrum of plant and animal life found in and around the Cape Fear River. Visitors will journey from freshwater rivers and swamps to reefs and the open ocean. The Aquarium's all-new focal point, "Cape Fear Shoals," is a 235,000-gallon tank with 50 different species, including sharks, lobsters, moray eels, sea turtles, and a variety of colorful reef and ocean fishes. The multiple windows of this spectacular 24-foot-deep aquarium offer splendid views of nearly 500 saltwater creatures. 

Another major exhibit is the new 22,000-square-foot Cape Fear Conservatory, a half-acre glass-covered atrium dedicated to freshwater plants and animals. This area interprets the region's ponds and waterfalls, trees and ferns, fishes and turtles, aquatic snakes, carnivorous plants, alligators and dragonflies--all part of the freshwater wonderland of the Cape Fear River and its watershed. 

Other exhibits with names like "Masonboro Inlet Jetty," "Raven Rock," "Hidden Hunters," "Coastal Waters," "Roan Island," "Carolina Bays" and the "Alligator Exhibit at Town Creek" invite visitors to further explore the waters of the Cape Fear. There's also an interactive touch pool with sea-stars, horseshoe crabs and shoreline creatures that is sure to thrill all who enter the doors of the new N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

"It is with great pleasure and anticipation that we announce the Grand Re-opening of the new North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher on March 22nd," states Judith Grizzel, president/CEO of the Cape Fear Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau. "Prior to its closing in 1999, the Aquarium was among our area's most visited attractions. We welcome everyone to come experience our new state-of-the art Aquarium and to enjoy the many natural and historic treasures of North Carolina's Cape Fear Coast." 

Follow US Highway 421 South to Historic Wilmington and NC's Cape Fear Coast. Once you cross the bridge over to Carolina Beach, follow the highway markers to the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher located at 900 Loggerhead Road in Kure Beach, North Carolina. The Aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily. For more information call 910-458-8257 or 800-832-3474, or visit website: www.aquariums.state.nc.us/ff/index.htm

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Wilmington area Facilities

Note: telephone area code is 910

 

Wilmington area Concerts and Live Theatre
including concert auditoriums and arenas with continuing schedules, live theatres

Note: telephone area code is 910

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Wilmington area Contests
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Note: telephone area code is 910

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Wilmington area Displays, Exhibitions and Fairs
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Note: telephone area code is 910

The North Carolina Azalea Festival.

Features garden and home tours, concerts, a street fair, a parade, a circus and much more. Hours: Various. For more information call (910) 763-0905.

For more information, visit: North Carolina Azalea Festival
or phone (910) 763-0905.

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USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial

One of our great and glorious ships of World War II, the USS North Carolina is now permanently moored across the Cape Fear River from Wilmington. Open daily, you can tour all eight decks. There is no way one can adequately describe experiencing the inside of this ship and imagining what the crews had to endure during those fierce naval battles. But this is an experience that should not be missed.
For more information e-mail: ncbb55@aol.com

Visit a site with pictures and more info: USS North Carolina

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Wilmington area Tour Sites
including buildings & grounds of special interests to our visitors
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Note: telephone area code is 910

Ghost Walk

Costumed guides lead you on a 90 minute journey through the heart of historic Wilmington and introduce you to the dozens and dozens of ghosts that occupy residences, businesses and local landmarks. The walk takes you down some of the most beautiful streets in America and is approximately 1 mile long. You'll hear tales of duels, pirates, yellow fever, public hangings, murder, mayhem and other less fortunate circumstances. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

April through October: Nightly at 8:30p plus Tuesday through Saturday at 6:30p. Call for special Halloween Walks.
November, December, January, February & March: Thursday through Saturday at 6:30p.
Walks meet at the riverfront (Market and Water Streets) and leave promptly, come rain or shine. Cost is $12; $10 for seniors and students. Children under 7 are free. For more information phone 1-910-602-6055 or e-mail ghosts@hirchak.com. Web site: GhostWalk. 

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Wilmington: Other Attractions
including Balloon Rides, Carriage Rides, Train Rides, Cruises, Parasailing, Wind Surfing, Amusement and Theme Parks, Water Parks, Zoos, Bowling, Tennis Clubs, Wedding Chapels and other amusements and attractions

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Carriage Tours

Wilmington Carriage Tours - A romantic way to view the historic city of Wilmington. Also available for special occasions, including weddings, private parties and group tours. 910-251-8889

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Wedding Chapels

CHAPEL  Wilmington
except as noted		 910+except
as noted
Candlelight Wedding Chapel 2245 Carolina Beach Rd 762-2909
Wedding Chapel 5818 Solera Dr 799-8615

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Wrightsville Beach area Facilities

Note: telephone area code is 910

 

Wrightsville Beach area Concerts and Live Theatre
including concert auditoriums and arenas with continuing schedules, live theatres

Note: telephone area code is 910

Wrightsville Beach area Contests
including competitive auto shows, dog shows, horse shows and races

Note: telephone area code is 910

Wrightsville Beach area Displays, Exhibitions and Fairs
including long-term displays, exhibitions & expositions, county & state fairs, dioramas
Note: Gardens and arboretums are listed at www.CarolinaNow.com/gardens/

Note: telephone area code is 910

Wrightsville Beach: Other Attractions
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Note: telephone area code is 910

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