Or in between rounds of golf, make the short trip to either historic Wilmington, home of the Battleship North Carolina, or the decidedly more fast-paced Myrtle Beach. Then again, maybe you'd rather just recline your beach chair another notch and think about it awhile. Admission is charged. Bring your family and friends in touch with World War II and previous naval eras, too. The self-guided tour takes approximately two hours and includes an orientation exhibit, parts of nine decks, a museum store, snack bar, riverside picnic area, and ample free parking.
Admission is charged.
The excavated ruins of a colonial port town which was founded in 1726 and burned by the British in 1776. The state historic site includes a Visitors Center. On display are exhibits about life in a colonial town and artifacts gathered from the ruins. Guide maps of the town are provided. Southport A presentation of over 30 energy-related exhibits covering production of electricity, electrical safety, alternative energy sources, and energy conservation.