Community Calendar

Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy!
Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.

Free, fun, and funny!
Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich

Join the Burgwin-Wright House for its thrilling "Cape Fear Legends & Lore" on April 10, July 10 and October 9.

Pulling from nearly 300 years of history, the "Cape Fear Legends & Lore" tour will include stories of the tunnels underneath Wilmington, the legend of Lord Cornwallis' Revolutionary War visit to town, the time Yellow Fever turned the city into a ghost town, and the rebellious age of Prohibition.

The walking tour will depart from the Burgwin-Wright House (224 Market Street) at 9 a.m. and run 90 minutes. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water to drink.

Tickets are $25 + tax. Please call 910-762-0570 to reserve your tickets now!

The Burgwin-Wright House is excited to welcome local artist, Richard O’Donnell, for his show "Scenes of Southport and Beyond.”

The Opening reception, in conjunction with Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, is on Friday, June 26 from 6-9PM.
Rich’s artworks will be on display and for sale in our art gallery through July 18th.

Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm.

About the Show

Rich is an acrylic artist who draws inspiration from coastal landscapes and the natural beauty around him. Living in the seaside town of Southport, North Carolina, as well as his travels throughout North America and Europe, have deeply influenced his work. Through his paintings, he hopes to transport viewers, making them feel as though they have visited the beautiful places he depicts.

About the Artist

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Rich attended college in Manhattan, where the city’s many art museums and galleries greatly fueled both his artistic passion and education. Although his pursuit of art was set aside while he focused on raising a family and building a career in law enforcement, he rediscovered his love for painting during retirement. Since returning to art, Rich has actively painted, exhibited, and sold his artwork at Franklin Square Gallery in Southport and by commission. He is a member of the Associated Artists of Southport, where he participates in and chairs art shows and where he founded the annual Maritime Art Show. He also serves on the Board of Directors. Additionally, Rich is affiliated with the Wilmington Art Association and the American Society of Marine Artists. Rich’s artwork has been featured in numerous local art shows, earning awards and praise for his intricate detail and vibrant use of color. In 2025, he published a book of his original paintings titled “Scenes of Southport and Beyond,” which was very well received by the community.

Explore the waters on a custom pontoon boat around Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach. Captained by a naturalist ,this one hour trip provides a combination of natural history and local flora and fauna ecology

The Cinematique summer lineup begins July 10 with two screenings of Psycho, the genre-defining thriller that transformed horror filmmaking. Screenings will be followed by a discussion led by Juan Carlos Kase, Associate Professor and Chair of Film Studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Stay after the matinee or show up early for the evening screening to enjoy the Cinematique Social Hour from 6pm-7:15pm in the Jengo's Bar (we'll provide the snacks!)

When larcenous real estate clerk Marion Crane goes on the lam with a wad of cash and hopes of starting a new life, she ends up at the notorious Bates Motel, where manager Norman Bates cares for his housebound mother.

Join us every 2nd Friday of the month for Pause for Poetry at The Fuzzy Needle Books and Records.

Poetry is the breath between moments—the rhythm of city streets, the roots growing in quiet spaces, the metaphors that carry what we feel but can’t always say. In a world that moves fast, this is your time to slow down, reflect, and connect.

What’s been haunting you? Inspiring you? Making you laugh or feel deeply? Share it here.

Poetry is the heart of expression—and this space is yours.

Come spend your 2nd Friday with Speak Ya Peace NC as we Pause for Poetry. Each month features a spotlight wordsmith, along with opportunities to share your own voice.

Don’t miss it.

The Burgwin-Wright House is excited to welcome local artist, Richard O’Donnell, for his show "Scenes of Southport and Beyond.”

The Opening reception, in conjunction with Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, is on Friday, June 26 from 6-9PM.
Rich’s artworks will be on display and for sale in our art gallery through July 18th.

Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm.

About the Show

Rich is an acrylic artist who draws inspiration from coastal landscapes and the natural beauty around him. Living in the seaside town of Southport, North Carolina, as well as his travels throughout North America and Europe, have deeply influenced his work. Through his paintings, he hopes to transport viewers, making them feel as though they have visited the beautiful places he depicts.

About the Artist

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Rich attended college in Manhattan, where the city’s many art museums and galleries greatly fueled both his artistic passion and education. Although his pursuit of art was set aside while he focused on raising a family and building a career in law enforcement, he rediscovered his love for painting during retirement. Since returning to art, Rich has actively painted, exhibited, and sold his artwork at Franklin Square Gallery in Southport and by commission. He is a member of the Associated Artists of Southport, where he participates in and chairs art shows and where he founded the annual Maritime Art Show. He also serves on the Board of Directors. Additionally, Rich is affiliated with the Wilmington Art Association and the American Society of Marine Artists. Rich’s artwork has been featured in numerous local art shows, earning awards and praise for his intricate detail and vibrant use of color. In 2025, he published a book of his original paintings titled “Scenes of Southport and Beyond,” which was very well received by the community.

Black Water Adventure – July 11th then first Saturday of the month through October,10 AM

This morning, hour and three quarters long cruise goes up the Northeast Cape Fear River to the upper reaches of the black water system of this storied river. Captain Doug Springer will share his extensive knowledge of the history of the area while you take in the flora and fauna along the river banks. We will cruise through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation. Visit our full bar for a freshly brewed cup of coffee or the best Bloody Mary on the river!

This is a great cruise for photographers, birders and nature buffs. Bring your camera to capture the untouched beauty of this early morning adventure. $30. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.

Explore the waters on a custom pontoon boat around Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach. Captained by a naturalist ,this one hour trip provides a combination of natural history and local flora and fauna ecology

The Burgwin-Wright House is excited to welcome local artist, Richard O’Donnell, for his show "Scenes of Southport and Beyond.”

The Opening reception, in conjunction with Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, is on Friday, June 26 from 6-9PM.
Rich’s artworks will be on display and for sale in our art gallery through July 18th.

Admission is free. The gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm.

About the Show

Rich is an acrylic artist who draws inspiration from coastal landscapes and the natural beauty around him. Living in the seaside town of Southport, North Carolina, as well as his travels throughout North America and Europe, have deeply influenced his work. Through his paintings, he hopes to transport viewers, making them feel as though they have visited the beautiful places he depicts.

About the Artist

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Rich attended college in Manhattan, where the city’s many art museums and galleries greatly fueled both his artistic passion and education. Although his pursuit of art was set aside while he focused on raising a family and building a career in law enforcement, he rediscovered his love for painting during retirement. Since returning to art, Rich has actively painted, exhibited, and sold his artwork at Franklin Square Gallery in Southport and by commission. He is a member of the Associated Artists of Southport, where he participates in and chairs art shows and where he founded the annual Maritime Art Show. He also serves on the Board of Directors. Additionally, Rich is affiliated with the Wilmington Art Association and the American Society of Marine Artists. Rich’s artwork has been featured in numerous local art shows, earning awards and praise for his intricate detail and vibrant use of color. In 2025, he published a book of his original paintings titled “Scenes of Southport and Beyond,” which was very well received by the community.