CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND SCIENCE

WILMINGTON, NC

The Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. It was established in 1898 and is the oldest history museum in the state. The museum is housed in a modern building and offers exhibits on the history and science of the Cape Fear region.

The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including the region's prehistoric past, colonial and Civil War history, shipbuilding, and the area's African American heritage. There are also exhibits on the natural history of the region, including displays on local flora and fauna, geology, and climate.

The museum features several interactive exhibits, including a simulated hurricane experience and a hands-on science lab. There is also a planetarium that offers shows on a variety of astronomy topics.

The Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is dedicated to preserving the region's history and promoting scientific education. It offers a variety of educational programs for children and adults, including school field trips, summer camps, and workshops. The museum also hosts special events throughout the year, including lectures, concerts, and family-friendly activities.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND SCIENCE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WILMINGTON NC. US MID #8403700745

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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Contact CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND SCIENCE

• telephone: 9107984370
• website: www.capefearmuseum.com

COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
814 MARKET STREET
WILMINGTON
NC
28401-4731

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