Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History Our mission is to tell the story of Wrightsville Beach through the years and a range of experiences. We link the past to the present, valuing both.

We are always happy to welcome you to the museum and to hear of your interest in the history of Wrightsville Beach.

Outer Space Garden Designs is doing an amazing job installing our Cape Fear Garden Club, Inc. grant funded education gar...
04/01/2026

Outer Space Garden Designs is doing an amazing job installing our Cape Fear Garden Club, Inc. grant funded education garden. We are so excited to be working with Curt and his team to maintain our outdoor spaces going forward. CFGC’s Azalea Garden Tour grant distributed nearly $70,000 in grants to local nonprofits last year and we are so grateful for their support for our outside spaces and so many amazing organizations in our community.

03/04/2026

NHD is excited to announce that the 2027 National History Day theme is "Innovation in History: Impact, Influence, Change." Stay tuned for theme resources coming soon!

03/01/2026

Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear tshirts!

We have some special guests for today’s Junior Docent Practicum! Thank you Beck and Grayson for being such cool guys and...
03/01/2026

We have some special guests for today’s Junior Docent Practicum! Thank you Beck and Grayson for being such cool guys and generous teachers.

03/01/2026

1910's - on the trolley tracks at Wrightsville Beach.

Thank you to  and  for such a great   visit this week! It was our pleasure to host students from the Career and Leadersh...
02/28/2026

Thank you to and for such a great visit this week! It was our pleasure to host students from the Career and Leadership Development Academy program. The students had so many interesting questions and ideas! The students left us with smiles on our faces and a sense of relief when we found out that "This place is tuff!" is a compliment.

WBM Annual Meeting and Membership Drive 2026 is tonight at Seapath Yacht Club!
01/23/2026

WBM Annual Meeting and Membership Drive 2026 is tonight at Seapath Yacht Club!

‘Doorstop donations’ make up some of our most unique artifacts. One of the joys of working at WBM is that you never know...
01/23/2026

‘Doorstop donations’ make up some of our most unique artifacts. One of the joys of working at WBM is that you never know what someone is going to walk in with. Our MA Public History Practicum students did their first intake today! Thank you to Billie Williams for showing our students patience and for sharing your memories with us.

01/21/2026

Join Friday night for an evening celebrating Wrightsville Beach history & community!!!🌊😇 Their annual meeting and membership drive kicks off at 5:30pm at Seapath Yacht Club💛 You’ll also discover gems from their archives, enjoy snacks and drinks, and learn about Junior Docent opportunities for families👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Your membership directly supports our mission to protect and preserve the rare treasures and stories that make Wrightsville Beach so special✨

Stop by the gift shop for exclusive items, including rare prints from beloved local artist Ruth Hodges🎨

⏰Friday, Jan 23 @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm
📍Seapath Yacht Club

Join us at Seapath Yacht Club Friday, Jan 23 to learn more about the museum’s plans for 2026! The free event will featur...
01/16/2026

Join us at Seapath Yacht Club Friday, Jan 23 to learn more about the museum’s plans for 2026! The free event will feature snacks, drinks, and a special preview exhibition of I WAS HERE: The Wrightsville Beach Museum Mailbox at Shell Island and selected student work. Students at all levels and families are welcome and encouraged! This is a great time to learn more about Junior Docents and our other experiential education opportunities. Thank you to for supporting our event!

Address

303 W Salisbury Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC
28480

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+19102562569

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