Attractions
OIB Community Center
The Community Center is open during March through November. Planned activities for adult's are held in the Spring and Fall with children's activities scheduled during the months of June, July and August. Visit the Ocean Isle beach web page for a listing of these activities.
Some local attractions on the Island would be a visit to the miniature golf course,
Museum of Coastal Carolina, The Fishing Pier, or the Breakers Arcade. Immediately off of the island is another Mini golf and Go-Cart Supertrack.
Dont Miss this annual favorite fe
stival held every October when the oysters are yummy and the music is so good.
Brunswick Town
Brunswick Town
8884 St. Philip's Rd. SE
Winnabow, NC 28479
Phone: (910) 371-6613
Email: brunswick@ncdcr.gov
Hours of Operation
Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday.
Feb. 18-19, 2012: The 147th Anniversary of the Surrender of Fort Anderson.
Mark this on your calendar! Details for this annual Civil War event will emerge in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.
Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson was a major pre-Revolutionary port on North Carolina’s Cape Fear River founded in 1726 and burned by the British in 1776 and never rebuilt. Now the visitor center houses several displays of artifacts gathered from the ruins. Free admission. (910) 371-6613. www.nchistoricsites.org/Brunswic/brunswic.htm
Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum Bald Head Island
Built in 1817, the state’s oldest lighthouse is available for daily tours on Bald Head Island. You can explore the octagon shaped lighthouse with some 100 steps and a wooden ladder that leads to wonderful views of the island and more. The Islands rich past can be discovered at the Smith Island Museum. The island is accessible by ferry from Southport and no cars are allowed. You can explore this quaint island by bike or golf cart (available for rental on the island). Museum admission: $3 per person; children 3 and under free. www.oldbaldy.org
Directions BY LAND to Bald Head Island Ferry
Via Highway 17, Southport is 30 miles south of Wilmington, N.C. and 60 miles north of Myrtle Beach, S.C. From points west, Interstate 40 and Highway 74/76 link the region directly with I-95.
Bald Head Island's main land ferry terminal at Deep Point Marina is located at 1301 Ferry Road in Southport, NC, just before the state-operated Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry Landing. Entering Southport on Route 211 South (Howe Street), take a left on East Moore Street and then a right onto Ferry Road at the roundabout. Proceed about a half mile and then turn right into the entrance to Deep Point Marina, following the signs to the ferry terminal.
Battleship North Carolina
Located on the Cape Fear River, just across from downtown Wilmington, you can surround yourself in World War II history aboard the USS North Carolina. More information about admission and tour times can be found at www.battleshipnc.com.
Upcoming Events
January 14 2012- Hidden Battleship
February 18 2012- Firepower Program
February 26 2012 - NC QSO Ham Radio
Wilmington
A little history to get started will help you appreciate our area.
After the French and the Spanish, it was not until the 1720s that English colonists established the first permanent European settlement in the area. The town of Wilmington was incorporated in 1739. Numerous early settlers came from the colonies of South Carolina and Barbados, bringing with them their reliance on African slave labor, which was soon part of the culture in the area.
Planters and small farmers used slave labor to exploit the region's natural resources. The forest provided the region's major industries through the 18th and most of the 19th centuries: naval stores and lumber fueled the economy both before and after the American Revolution. During the Revolutionary War, the British maintained a garrison at Fort Johnson near Wilmington.
During the Civil War, the port was a major base for Confederate blockade runners. It was captured by Union forces in the Battle of Wilmington in February 1865, approximately one month after the fall of Fort Fisher had closed the port. Since almost all the military action took place some distance from the city, a number of antebellum homes and other buildings are still extant.
We'll skip the great massacre of 1898 and jump on to WWII.
During World War II, Wilmington was the home of the North Carolina Shipbuilding Company. The shipyard was created as part of the U.S. government's Emergency Shipbuilding Program. Workers there built 243 ships during the five years it was in operation.
The city also was the site of three prisoner-of-war (POW) camps from February 1944 through April 1946. At their peak, the camps held 550 German prisoners. The first camp was located on the corner of Shipyard Boulevard and Carolina Beach Road; it was moved downtown to Ann Street, between 8th and 10th avenues, when it outgrew the original location. A smaller contingent of prisoners was assigned to a third site, working in the officers’ mess and doing grounds keeping at Bluethenthal Army Air Base, which is now Wilmington International Airport.
While in town explore downtown historic Wilmington. Browse the shops of The Cotton Exchange and the many antiques shops around Front Street. If you are lucky enough to visit during the spring, the annual North Carolina Azelea Festival will wow you with colorful landscapes.
Wilmington's downtown is but one area to explore while visiting New Hanover county.
Downtown Monuments and Historic Buildings
The George Davis Monument
The Confederate Memorial
The Bellamy Mansion
Cotton Exchange of Wilmington
The Temple of Israel
The Murchison Building
Museums and Historic Areas
The USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial, seen from downtown Wilmington, looking across the Cape Fear.
Cameron Art Museum
The Bellamy Mansion
The Confederate Memorial, Wilmington
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
The Children's Museum of Wilmington
Fort Fisher Historic Area
St. James Episcopal Church - the oldest church in Wilmington
St. Mary Catholic Church - historic Roman Catholic church in Wilmington
First Presbyterian Church - historic Presbyterian church
Latimer House Museum
Sunset Park Historic District
Temple of Israel - the oldest synagogue in North Carolina
USS North Carolina Memorial
Wilmington Railroad Museum
Midtown is jam packed with the University of North Carolina at Wilmington traffic and students. Stay off of College Road if at all possible for a less stressful drive.
From Downtown take the Martin Luther King bypass and Eastwood Road to explore the shopping of Mayfair, The Landfall community and Wrightsville beach.
On the North side traveling down South College you will travel through the Monkey Junction community, on toward Carolina Beach or travel on to Fort Fisher and visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.
Located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, this aquarium welcomes visitors to “The Waters of the Cape Fear.” From here you can enjoy what the Cape Fear River has to offer: freshwater streams, coastline habitats and the open ocean. (866) 301-3476. www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher
Art & Antique Galleries
Visit our local art galleries and antique shops to better understand and appreciate the flavor of Ocean Isle Beach. Located on highway 17, north of Shallotte, is the Doe Creek Art Gallery well known for its fine, original art. Drive 30 minutes and you will find the quaint Victorian port town of Southport. There you can explore a variety of art galleries and antique shops, a true North Carolina experience. There are two wineries in the area that offer locally produced great tasting wine.
Wineries
Silver Coast Winery
The only winery in the area, Silver Coast is located just 15 minutes from the beach in inland Ocean Isle. You can enjoy picnics, wine tasting's and local art all in one close location.
(910) 287-2800. www.silvercoastwinery
La Belle Amie Winery
Located in South Carolina, this operating vineyard is open to the public. You can check out the Wine Tasting Room for samples or join them for fun festivities. (843) 399-WINE (9463). www.labelleamie.com
Shallotte
Planet Fun offers bowling, laser tag, kids bowling, arcade and dining. Nearby is the Frank Theater offering the most current new releases from Hollywood.
Hwy 17 S
Holden Brothers
Holden Brothers provides farm fresh produce located just four miles from Ocean Isle in a great, easy to get to location.
Splitting the State Line Hwy 17S almost to Little River
Indigo Farm
If are traveling to Myrtle beach we'd like to recommend a short stop at a well kept secret. Indigo Farms Market www.indigofarmsmarket.com/ offers farm fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade bakery items, simple lunch fare and a complete lawn and garden section. There are a number of farm animals that you could visit with to make it a well rounded visit to the farm. Indigo Plantation is located on Hwy 9.
How do I get there?
Actually it is quite easy. If you are traveling from Wilmington just take hwy. 17 to Shallotte, then continue for about 10 miles. Look for the intersection that goes to Calabash or Jesse Mae School, continue for about 1/2 mile just after Brunswick Golf Plantation take the right onto Hickman Rd. Take Hickman Rd. 4 miles to the state line. The market is on the right.
Phone numbers are 910-287-6794 and 843-399-6902
Myrtle Beach
South Carolina so close to enjoy. You'll love coming back to Ocean Isle after a day in Myrtle Beach! We encourage a day trip to nearby Myrtle Beach where you and the kids will enjoy a variety of entertainment, shopping & dining experiences. A few of our young favorites: Build A Bear, Medieval Times.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
Enjoy South Carolina’s largest water park with over 20 acres of fun. The park hosts over 30 water soaked rides and attractions for a full day of fun. (843) 913-9260. www.myrtlewaves.com
Ripley’s Aquarium
Located at Myrtle Beach’s Broadway at the Beach, Ripley's is South Carolina’s most visited attraction. Housing both fresh water and salt water species, people of all ages have fun discovering sharks, stingrays, living corals and more! (800) 734-8888. www.ripleys.com
NORMAL HOURS
SUN - THUR - 9am-7pm
FRI- SAT - 9am-9pm
OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR!
Medieval Times
Enjoy an 11th century tournament and battle while feasting on an impressive four-course meal. Guests are transported back in time cheering on knights with this fun-filled adventure.
Tickets and show times: (800) 436-6779. www.medievaltimes.com
ADDRESS:
2904 Fantasy Way
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29579
Other Myrtle Beach Attractions
Attractions
Boardwalk Arcade
(843) 913-9400
Bodies Revealed Exhibit
(843) 626-4488
Carmike’s Broadway Cinema 16
(843) 445-1600
Carousel Park
(843) 913-9308
Dragon’s Lair Fantasy Golf
(843) 913-9301
IMAX 3D Theatre
(843) 448-IMAX(4629)
Legends in Concert
(843) 238-7827
(800) 960-7469
MagiQuest
(843) 916-1800
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
(843) 918-6000
Myrtle Waves Water Park
(843) 913-9260
NASCAR SpeedPark
(843) 918-8725
Old Tyme Portraits By Treadway - North
(843) 626-4858
Old Tyme Portraits By Treadway - South
(843) 448-2373
Palace Theatre
(843)448-0588
Pavilion Nostalgia Park
(843) 913-9400
QRock Radio
(843) 502-0603
Ripley’s Aquarium
(843) 916-0888
Soar & Explore
(843) 448-SOAR (7627)
The Pat Boone Family Theater
Coming Fall 2011
843-213-6880
WonderWorks
(843) 626-WWMB (9962)
Margaritaville- is a must!! Listen to Jimmy as you enjoy a cheeseburger sitting at a longboard or in the back of a boat. Big Hurricane in the ceiling pours tequila in a huge blender! Fun! Broadway at the Beach.
Johnny Rockets-always yummy! Located at Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the beach.
All of these activities will make treasured childhood memories. No matter what entices you the most, a great time will be had by all.
From The North:
Take Highway 9 East to Bypass 17 South. Follow 17 South to 29th Avenue North. Turn left onto 29th Avenue and the Hard Rock Cafe will be on your right.
