Cape Fear Museum of History & Science

Your first stop to discover the treasures of Cape Fear! Explore the rich history, science and cultures of southeastern N.C in Waves & Currents: The Lower Cape Fear Story, featuring a model of 1863 Wilmington waterfront and a diorama of the historic battle at Fort Fisher. Examine the recent past in the Museum’s 20th Century Exhibit, A Century of Change. Investigate regional ecology in the Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery and meet Wilmington’s Giant Ground Sloth.

Getting There & Details

Address
814 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone
(910)798-4350
Website
www.capefearmuseum.com
Map
Get Directions →

More Things to Do

Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

African American Heritage Tour, Self Guided

Historic Wilmington and North Carolina?s Cape Fear Coast is one of the most historically significant…

Learn more →

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

17 Street Deli Downtown

Learn more →

Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Airlie Gardens

Airlie Gardens offers tranquility and natural delights all year long. Take a meandering stroll back…

Learn more →

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Airlie Marina

Boat Marina

Learn more →

Explore all of Wilmington →

Events in Wilmington