Museum
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
87 locals recommend,
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Jon
December 27, 2016
Founded in 1898, it's the oldest museum in North Carolina. It's housed in a cool WPA armory (Works Progress Administration, part of President Roosevelt's New Deal), with a modern addition. Great interactive exhibits for kids.
Brad & Shannon
May 10, 2016
Cape Fear Museum collects, preserves and interprets objects relating to the history, science, and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear. The Museum makes those objects and their interpretation available to the public through educational exhibitions and programs.
Patsy
July 19, 2021
SO AMAZING and it's not just for school trips! I wish I could go more often!
Nick
September 11, 2017
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is a museum located at 814 Market Street in downtown Wilmington in southeastern North Carolina. Founded in 1898, it is the oldest history museum in the state.
Jo Ann
May 31, 2022
"Welcoming. Engaging. Meaningful. Cape Fear Museum collects, preserves and interprets objects relating to the history, science, and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear. The Museum makes those objects and their interpretation available to the public through educational exhibitions and programs."
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Location
814 Market St
Wilmington, NC