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Cultural Treasures

Away from the riverfront in Wilmington, the rest of downtown and the city plus suburban areas and beach communities are treasures of culture, shopping, dining, recreation, attractions and education to be explored and enjoyed.

Scattered throughout the downtown area are numerous historic buildings and homes, some antebellum and some open for touring.

Not to be missed downtown are Thalian Hall on 3rd Street, which celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2008. The primary auditorium and main stage are being renovated in 2009 and visitors can see the progress as the work takes place.

Another must see for residents and visitors alike is the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science. Located at 8th and Market, this Museum will give visitors a real sense of how Wilmington developed.

A Shopper’s Paradise

For the intrepid shopper, a virtual cornucopia of opportunities awaits you and your credit card. The largest shopping center is Mayfaire Town Center on the east side. The Forum and Lumina Station also are important shopping venues. And Historic Downtown is filled with wonderful shops, anchored by The Cotton Exchange, one of Wilmington’s must-see venues.

Many other smaller shopping centers and malls are located around the city – some trendy and upscale, some not, but all worth exploring.