I have seen many plays at Thalian Hall. Last night I was at the opening for Dracula. Best…read moreperformance I have ever seen

What a great venue! I was here for the Cucalorus Film Festival and they have a main screening…read moretheater, a small screening theater, and another space where they had the conferences. Technology was good. The filmmaker lounge had some mid-century furniture in it. Kinda funky and cool. Small snack bar. Beautiful space with lots of charm and history in downtown Wilmington.

The Cameron Art Museum (CAM) is located in Wilmington, NC. The museum has a free parking lot, but…read morethere is an admission fee if you are not a member or do not have museum reciprocity. The building itself is 42,000 square feet and features a neat architectural design. Charles Gwathmey designed it so that natural light floods into the space, which is a really nice touch. CAM houses a beautiful permanent collection and frequently rotates its exhibits, so each visit offers something new. The first painting I saw during this visit was by Elliott Daingerfield, whom I was already familiar with from the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum. Female artists are also heavily displayed here, well above the national 11% average seen in most museums. Mary Cassatt, Minnie Evans, Maud Gatewood, Judy Chicago, Elizabeth Darrow, and Fritzi Huber are just a few of the prominent names I remember seeing. The Andy Warhol: Silver Clouds room installation was absolutely mesmerizing. I didn't expect to like it and almost didn't go inside. It seemed a bit weird with the large, pillow-like metallic balloons floating around, but once I was actually inside the room, I didn't want to leave. It was incredibly peaceful watching them float and move, and just standing there being gently tapped by them as they drifted was a truly unique experience. While I wasn't quite as crazy about the other exhibit, "Fresh Air" inflatable sculptures exhibition, they were large and made for a quick stop. But that is the beauty of art--some works deeply appeal to you, and others not so much. Outside the building, there are nature trails and a sculpture park to explore. The museum grounds are historically located where the Civil War Battle of Forks Road took place. There is a monument called "Boundless" by artist Stephen Hayes to honor the US Colored Troops who fought on this exact property. This installation sits just a few steps away from the parking lot, so make sure to check it out before you head inside or after your visit. The CAM Café is also located right inside the museum layout, as well as an excellent gallery gift shop with locally made items.

This is an amazing art museum! We visited the Andy Warhol exhibit, "Silver Clouds," along with the…read moreJonathan Green exhibit and the inflatable sculptures. The outdoor sculptures were fun to look for, and we finally spotted the last one as we were leaving in the car.

Great little neighborhood bar that also displays local art, jewelry, clothing,.... Beautiful large…read morebackyard to enjoy when the weather is nice. Owner and bartenders extremely friendly too!

Nice venue! Downtown Wilmington. Good vibes, nice acoustics, and intimate experience. I came here…read moreto see Stop Light Observations acoustic, and you were great. Service was awesome, but like any music from you, the price was kinda hefty for drinks. Bud Lights, for example, were $5 each. But it is what it is! I Ubered here, so I didn't have to deal with parking, but I imagine parking might be a little hectic considering it's straight up and downtown Wilmington and there's no designated lot. But overall, this was a good venue and I will be back if there's a good show.

I had my first experience at Bourjie Nights lastnight. We went to see the Halloween Burlesque show…read more We arrived and stood in the line to get in. There is a parking garage very close and the parking prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend parking there. The interior of BN is intimate, small and kind of chaotic. I love the feel and vibe of the place. The drink list is rather small compared to most places but they pour a great drink. Bartenders were friendly, and worked timely. Bathroom lines seemed to take forever. The reason that I didn't give 5 stars is because the seating is so cramped. They have low seats, then higher chairs. If you are near the wall, it is almost impossible to get a drink without annoying someone when you get out. If you plan on getting up a lot then definitely sit on the side by the bar wall or in the back. Show was great and we had a great time.

Super fun games. Fair prices and kids actually won enough games to get more than tiny prizes…read more Super fun!

We came to walk the boardwalk and this was inviting and one of few things open at time so in I went…read morewith my 2 grown boys. The games are big and games look like a lot of fun. The young man working was nice and helpful.. told us easiest way is to put money into machine that gives you a card you slide to play the games.. no quarters.. big games take between 1-4 credits which I assume is one credit is .25? I got them both a $20 dollar card and they played for awhile anything from crane that picks up stuff to elaborate video games with headset that's interactive..very colorful and inviting.. kids of all ages and families playing together.. when your cards empty you can insert in a different machine to see how many tickets you have.. my sons decided to hold onto their cards for next time! Pretty cool arcade!

We did the self guided tour of the mansion and slave quarters. The original building that had the…read morespace for the slaves was quite remarkable. It gave a glimpse into how life for them really was. Very eye opening. The mansion was large and had very unique elements. It was interesting to go in all the rooms and see the lifestyle. The children's floor was interesting too. The kids were given a lot of space to live and play. We also enjoyed walking through the gardens. If you are in the downtown area, take in a visit. We went in August, and the top floor of the mansion and the building for the slaves was very hot. We couldn't stay in there long. It is worth a tour, admission is a little high, but it keeps the museum going.

I stopped in for a tour last week and unfortunately they were only having self-guided tours where…read moreyou had to scan each QR code with your phone for the details. But the history of the home, the Bellamy family and enslaved workers were fascinating. The home is beautiful. I want to return around Christmas time for a guided tour.

This new restaurant is exactly what the neighborhood needs. Great venue. Fun drinks and food…read more A must if you are going or coming to wrightsville beach! Incredible menu. Folks who work there are local and friendly. Ambiance is right on! Football games, music, pool, good vibes! Eat and be well.

Thought we'd try the new place and it didn't disappoint. A lot of Rum options (which makes sense…read moreto go with the Caribbean vibe) but we ended up going with a couple beers (more margarita drinkers). My wife enjoyed her Chicken sandwich. I had the Pu Pu platter. The Curry Ribs were the star. Coconut Shrimp were very good and the Jerk Chicken also really good. Loses a star for making us sit for 10-15 minutes before water and drinks order. Surprised to see Kevin Keatts there - More surprised that I recognized him. Apparently he is part owner and was shaking hands / greeting all the tables. Probably more a 4 1/2 stars. You should def try.

I have been here over the years for several events. I have been here for a baby shower and other…read morethings held on the main room. The space is huge! They have nice restrooms, and a nice foyer area. Today I went to a crystal and craft fair and they had a food truck right outside. The place was packed but it didn't even fill that crowded. The AC felt great, too. This is a really great spot for private rentals.

Nice private club where you can Brown bag your liqour and find camaraderie. They have rental spaces…read morefor private events.