LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES

WILMINGTON, NC

Latimer House Museum and Archives is a historic house museum located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The house was built in 1852 and was originally owned by Zebulon Latimer, a wealthy merchant and planter. In 1963, the house was donated to the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society and was opened as a museum in 1964.

The museum features exhibits that showcase the history and culture of Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear region. Visitors can explore the various rooms of the house, including the parlor, dining room, and bedrooms, which are furnished with period pieces and decor.

In addition to the museum, the Latimer House also houses an extensive collection of archives and manuscripts that document the history of the region. The archives include documents, photographs, and other materials dating back to the 18th century.

Throughout the year, the Latimer House Museum and Archives offers a variety of educational programs and events, including lectures, tours, and workshops. The museum is open to the public for tours Tuesday through Saturday, and admission fees vary depending on age and membership status.

LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WILMINGTON NC. US MID #8403700069

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 9107635869

LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
126 SOUTH 3RD STREET
WILMINGTON
NC
28401

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