Island Totems
The project brings together local artists and residents to create lasting works of art that reflect the community's creativity and collaborative spirit
Culture
Events: Nov/Dec 2026
Looking to fill your social calendar? We've got the rundown on what to do this season.
Cucalorus? I Dare You!
Q&A with Cucalorus’ chief instigating officer, Dan Brawley
Novel Pairings
Lit. Books & Brews blends literature, local beer and community in one welcoming Castle Street space
Houses and Holidays Past
Three historic Wilmington homes bring holiday traditions to life on the Old Wilmington by Candlelight Tour
The Wool Story
At Southern Sheep Company in Richlands, shepherd and fiber artist Melissa Gray turns wool into yarn, art and other useful products
Nailing It
The Kids Making It woodworking program equips disadvantaged youth with diverse entrepreneurial skills
An Invitation to Wander
A map of Wilmington’s picnic places encourages discovery
Wilmington Events: Sept-Oct 2026
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Mind Your Manners
Inspired by a Latimer House social media series, a modern-day Victorian explores the elaborate rules that once governed visits, dining and courtship
The Art of Costume
For UNCW professor Mark Sorensen, costume design is where fashion, storytelling and theater come together
Woven Together
Weaving Wonder Basketry brings people together through hands-on classes rooted in traditional fiber arts
The Art of Darkness
Tattoo artist Sage Reil explores identity, transformation and renewal through bold blackwork
Classical Crescendo
Q&A with Vivace Music Festival Co-Artistic Director Marina Lomazov
Events: May-June 2026
Looking to fill your social calendar? We've got the rundown on what to do this season.
Alt Scene
Q&A with MK Clewis after Alt-Zalea Fest
Four Summer Reads for a Good Cause
Cape Fear Literacy Council
Rising, Revising, Belonging
Making connections in Wilmington
Life-Changing Matchmakers
Canines for Service pairs vets with transformative dogs
The Soul of the Forest
Live oaks shape the coast with beauty, history and vital habitat
Will Wilmington Get Its Own Central Park?
A nonprofit group is working to preserve Eagles Island and turn it into a major nature park for recreation, education, and ecotourism
