As you walk the decks of the NORTH CAROLINA, imagine yourself at sea in 1942 searching the sky for enemy aircraft, anticipating what may happen next. Discover how this heroic Ship and brave crew fought in every major naval offensive in the Pacific of WWII. This is an historic adventure you don?t want to miss! The North Carolina is preserved in all her glory just as she was in World War II, a defining moment in history. She will captivate your heart by giving you a deeper appreciation of what it took to bring victory and peace to the world. Discover our detailed visual displays that interpret the Ship for a younger generation. Located one hour north of Myrtle Beach on Hwy 17 North or two hours southeast of Raleigh on I-40 east across from historic downtown Wilmington at the junction of highways 17/74/76/421. Open Every Day!