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Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site - Brunswick Town, a colonial site dating from 1726-1776, served as a Cape Fear River Port that was the major export of Naval stores and the location of the Stamp Act Rebellion. Fort Anderson was a Confederate fortification, which was part of the Cape Fear Defense System until the Civil War engagement of February 1865. The archaeological remains of colonial Brunswick can be viewed along with the massive earthen fort of Anderson. There is a 14-minute slide presentation, an exhibit gallery that houses the many artifacts that were excavated in the 1960's and gift shop located at the onsite visitor center. Also available is a map for your self-guided tour, and knowledgeable volunteers to answer questions. Great picnic area. Admission is free. Hours:
Open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Closed Sundays
& Mondays. Reduction in hours due to state budget cuts. Community Art Centers - Southport & Oak Island has attracted numerous artists, as is evident by the number of community and private art galleries. The Franklin Square Art Gallery, 301 East West Street, Southport and the Oak Island Senior Citizens Craft Shop & Center, 5918 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island are associations of artists and craftpersons who show and sell their works in a community-based gallery or center. There is a new addition to the promotion of local artists, the Southport Art Museum.The Southport Art Museum, a historic art museum of the Lower Cape Fear, is located at 109 N. Davis Street. Displays of historic artists of the area, writer Robert Ruark, Decoys, Cape Fear Indians, early explorers and Civil War years. Exhibitions and tours on special occasions. Year-around-free. Hours:
9am-5pm. Fort Fisher Civil War Museum - Remains of the earthen fort that kept the Cape Fear River and the port of Wilmington open to blockade runners, which delivered vital supplies to the Confederate armies until the fort fell on January 15, 1865. Admission is free. . Hours:
April 1st - October 31st, Monday-Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and
Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm. November 1st - March 31st, Tuesday-Saturday
10:00 am - 4:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 -4:00 pm (Note: 10/1/04 will
have winter schedule) Franklin Square Art Gallery - An association of local artisans in varying medians including paintings and pottery all displayed for your enjoyment in a beautiful historic building. Admission is free. Hours: Frying Pan Shoals Light Tower - Located in 40’ of water, 28 miles offshore at the merger of the Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean. Known as the "Texas Tower", it was built in 1964 and stands 40’ above the water. The automated station includes fog horn, radio beacon, and automated light visible for 17 miles. Prior to the light tower, a light ship was anchored at the shoals from 1854 to 1966. Fear of losing the light ship in hurricanes brought about her demise and the rise of the light tower. Historic Southport Trail, a Self-Guided Walking Tour - The Southport Historical Society makes history come alive as you enjoy a relaxed one mile walk through charming Historic Southport. The brochure can be picked up at the Southport Visitor’s Center, 113 W. Moore Street, Southport or the Southport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center, 4841 Long Beach Road. Phone: 800-457-6964 or 910.457-6964. Ingram Planetarium - Where can you view five planets in Coastal Carolina? See them at the Ingram Planetarium located at 7625 High Market Street, Sunset Beach, NC 28468. Hours
are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 3-8 pm. Educators: call for information about programs that meet NC science requirements. Facilities for birthday parties and corporate events. Visit our Galaxy Gift Shop. Admission $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. 910-575-0033. www.ingramplanetarium.org. Museum of Coastal Carolina - What do seashells and polar bears have in common? Find out at the Museum of Coastal Carolina, 21 East Second Street, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469. Spring hours
are Friday and Saturday 10-4 and Sunday 1-4. Permanent exhibits include extensive collections of seashells, saltwater fish, birds, wetland animals, sea animals, snakes, animal skins, Native American artifacts, and Civil War memorabilia. Excellent dioramas include The Swamp, The Reef, and Waterfowl. Touch tank with live sea animals is open. Educators: call for information about programs that meet NC science requirements. Facilities for birthday parties and corporate events. Visit our Nature's Treasures Gift Shop. Admission $5 for adults
and $3 for children under 12. 910-579-1016. Myrtle Beach Shows - Our area's close proximity to Myrtle Beach gives you the opportunity to enjoy the entertainment without staying in the congestion. Try an evening at Calvin Gilmore's Carolina Opry – where every performance is packed with an extraordinary variety of talent and music. Carolina Opry. com, 800.843-6779, or Calvin Gilmore's Tribute! The Concert an intimate and unforgettable evening with America's favorite "celebrities", 800.313-6685,or Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show - where you will enjoy friendly competition, beautiful horses, fancy riding, romantic costumes and a delicious feast. Dixiestampede.com, 800.433-4401. NC Aquarium - Alive and Swimming... Explore environments where sharks and sea turtles glide, fishes school and morays guard sunkenship Wrecks. Call 1-800-832-FISH or go on line at www.ncaquariums.com
NC Maritime Museum @ Southport - Houses a collection of memorabilia pertaining to the vast nautical history of Southport, the Lower Cape Fear, and southeastern North Carolina. Self-guided tours through 12 designated stations, or ask a knowledgeable guide to lead the way. On-site research library. Films and programs offered year-round. Admission: $2.00 adults (16 yrs. & up), Seniors $1.00, and Children free. Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Oak Island Lighthouse - Located on the U.S. Coast Guard Station Oak Island in Caswell Beach. Completed in 1958, it stands 169 ft. The main light is a four light rotating fixture, reaching 24 nautical miles offshore and flashing every 10 seconds. Oak
Island Nature Center & Register Park - Overlooking
the marsh and Intracoastal Waterway, the Oak Island Nature Center
offers a wide range of educational activities for children and adults
alike. Location:
end of 52nd Street in Oak Island. Turn onto 52nd Street and drive
to the end. Parking is available at Register Park and across the
street off Yacht Drive. Old Baldy Lighthouse - Built in 1817, it is North Carolina’s oldest lighthouse. During her 86 years of service she guided many ships safely into the mouth of the Cape Fear River. She was retired in 1935 but after an extensive renovation project, she is now open to the public for tours. Price’s Creek Lighthouse - This lighthouse is 20 feet tall with a red brick exterior and was built in 1848. Although not operational, this is the only one of eight lighthouses built along the Cape Fear River between Oak Island and Wilmington that is still standing. It is located on private property but visible from the Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry as you leave the Southport dock. Progress Energy Visitors Center - Hands on & visual presentations of over 30 energy related exhibits covering production of electricity, electrical safety, alternative energy sources and energy conservation. Admission is free. Hours:
Hours: Call 910.457-6041 for information on hours since exhibits
are open at various times and days. The center is closed on
holidays and weekends.. Silver Coast Winery - Coastal North Carolina's premier producer of premium wines. Lovely setting is the perfect place to learn wines, have a picnic, and enjoy art by local artists. Hours: Monday
- Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Call for January
- March schedule. Wine tasting $5.00 includes logo glass. Free daily
wine tours. Monthly wine festivals. Visit Our Web Site Southport-Fort
Fisher Ferry - Southport Ferry departs from dock located
off Moore Street in Southport. Call 800-BY-FERRY for the latest
ferry information on this and all ferries in North Carolina or visit
www.ncferry.org
Unknown Treasures - Brunswick County Center of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service has compiled a brochure highlighting some of the county's agricultural businesses including aquatic fish, bee, cattle, cotton, greenhouse flower, and swine production. Also includes fruit and vegetable farm stands and nature preserves. For a copy of the brochure, stop by the Chamber's Welcome Center at 4841 Long Beach Road, or call the NC Cooperative Extension Service in Brunswick County at 910.253-2610. Battleship NORTH CAROLINA -Come aboard and experience the NORTH CAROLINA's "Star Appeal". Because the NORTH CAROLINA is preserved just as she was in World War II, she has been the site for many dramatic documentaries and action films. This supporting actress received 15 stars for her performance in WWII. She is sure to deliver another award winning performance for you. Open daily
for tours which cover nine decks, roll of honor room plus changing
exhibits. Tregembo
Animal Park -is southeastern North Carolina's oldest zoo.
The Tregembo family has owned and operated the zoo in the same location
for over 50 years. We have over 75 species of animals including
giraffe, lion, tiger, zebra, bear, monkeys and many, many more,
all in a relaxing, 8 acre park-like setting. There is also a 4000
square foot gift shop with a wide selection of seashells, nautical
items, clothing, toys and much more. 6101
East Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 29645-4505
888-703-5469 |
