Aldrich Adrian (1834-1897) and wife Christine Fraas (1850-1937) natives of Germany, built the Tuscan villa style house in 1875. Adrian was a city alderman and co-owner of Adrian & Vollers, wholesale grocery. The Z.W. Whitehead family owned the . . . — — Map (db m77221) HM
High above the stage of Historic Thalian Hall hides a unique piece of theatre history. Historic Thalian Hall is the only theater in the country that still creates a thunderstorm indoors using an original 19th century theatrical sound effect system . . . — — Map (db m226600) HM
Many Confederate naval vessels, including the ironclad “North Carolina,” built here. Site lies across river on Eagles Island, ¼ mile west. — — Map (db m28627) HM
On the west side of the river
a little south of the causeway
was Beery's Shipyard, where the
Confederate ironclad North Carolina
was built in 1862 for the protection
of the port. The ironclad Raleigh
was constructed at . . . — — Map (db m28628) HM
This building was
occupied by Lord
Charles Cornwallis,
Commander in Chief of
the British army,
in April, 1781.
In the basement was
a military prison.
New Hanover Historical Commission.
A.J. Howell. E.S. Martin
James . . . — — Map (db m28722) HM
For over 150 years this site was continuously occupied by City of Wilmington Fire Stations. The first station was constructed in 1846 by the Howard Relief Company, a volunteer fire company. Successor headquarters stations were constructed in 1886, . . . — — Map (db m226299) HM
This public area perpetuates the name of Colonel James Innes A fearless and brave New Hanover County soldier, he served against the Spanish forces at Cartagena, Colombia, in 1740, and in 1754 commanded the Colonial forces in the . . . — — Map (db m224905) HM
(front)
1861-1865
To the soldiers of
the Confederacy
Confederates blend your recollections
Let memory weave its bright reflections
Let love revive life’s ashen embers
For love is life since love remembers
PRO ARIS ET . . . — — Map (db m28642) HM
For 150 years regional customs were administered here. In 1819, the United States government purchased the property for a custom house, a place where duties were paid and ships were cleared to enter or leave the port of Wilmington. In 1844, the . . . — — Map (db m226275) HM
Commercial building constructed for owners Charles Douglas Meyers (1868-1926), manager of Eureka Dye Works; and sister, Caroline Kelloch Meyers (1866-1956). In 1922, their company sustained heavy losses when a four-ton elephant named Topsy escaped . . . — — Map (db m226395) HM
Italianate style house built for Phineas Wines Fanning (1799-1880), native of Nantucket, MA; editor and publisher of the Wilmington Free Press; house, ship and sign painter. He was master of St. John's Masonic Lodge and Grand Master of Masons in . . . — — Map (db m77222) HM
Eighteen miles below Wilmington stood Fort Fisher, which kept the port of Wilmington open for the Confederacy during almost the entire Civil War. On December 24 and 25 1864 it withstood the greatest bombardment in the history of the world up to that . . . — — Map (db m224854) HM
May it Burn Eternally Dedicated to those citizens of Wilmington and New Hanover County who have given of themselves and those yet to answer the call to preserve liberty for all mankind Placed here by Wilmington Sertoma Club Freedom Week — . . . — — Map (db m226551) WM
Royal Governor of North Carolina 1734-52. Named this city for his patron, Spencer Compton, Earl of Wilmington, and encouraged its growth as a seaport. He urged the increase of immigration, education, commerce and agriculture, brought about the first . . . — — Map (db m224891) HM
(west face)
George Davis
Senator and Attorney General
of the Confederate States of America
1820-1896
(south face)
Scholar
Patriot
Statesman
Christian
(east face)
His wisdom illustrated the . . . — — Map (db m28641) HM
Doctor, Civil Rights leader, influential tennis mentor, early advocate for improved schools & access to medical care. Lived in this vicinity. — — Map (db m224841) HM
Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, 1886-1921. Installed as vicar apostolic of North Carolina (1868-72) at St. Thomas Church ½ bl. W. — — Map (db m28725) HM
Author of "Chronicles of the Cape Fear River" (1914), cotton merchant, philanthropist, British vice consul. His home stands two blocks west. — — Map (db m28742) HM
United States Senator, Confederate Attorney General, Secretary of War, & of State, later lawyer in England. His early home was here. — — Map (db m28625) HM
Here the citizens of New Hanover County on June 19, 1775, made the following pledge for defense of the country; “We do unite ourselves under every tie of religion and honor and associate as a band in her defense against every foe; hereby solemnly . . . — — Map (db m226258) HM
A student of history, a seeker of truth, a faithful follower of Christ, “Millie” dedicated herself to a study of the past in order that it could be part of our future. — — Map (db m28918) HM
Historian, preservationist, journalist, photographer. Director, Chamber of Commerce. A founder of Lower Cape Fear Historical Society. Chairman, New Hanover County Historical Commission. Member of area's pioneer family. His pictures & records in . . . — — Map (db m28729) HM
Major General Joseph Alfred McNeil was from Wilmington, NC and a 1959 graduate of Williston Senior High School on S. 10th St. While attending A&T College in 1960, Joseph McNeil, along with three other students, inspired a civil rights movement by . . . — — Map (db m224252) HM
Third building to house St. John's Lodge No. 1, A.F. & A.M. Until 1899 third floor used by several Masonic lodges. Receptions held here for Henry Clay (1844), Daniel Webster (1847), and President James K. Polk (1849). Public hall on second floor, . . . — — Map (db m226501) HM
Oldest surviving structure in Wilmington, Georgian style house built for Edward Mitchell (d. 1744), native of Charleston, SC, carpenter and planter. Purchased in 1828 by Thomas F. Davis (1778-1846), clerk of New Hanover County Court. Inherited in . . . — — Map (db m226474) HM
Architect: A.S. Eichberg of Savannah, GA Supervising Architect: James F. Post Builders: Valentine, Brown & Co. of Brunswick, GA Queen Anne style courthouse built as a seat of government for New Hanover County at a cost of $72,000. Cornerstone laid . . . — — Map (db m224860) HM
Here President William H. Taft addressed the people of Wilmington, November 9, 1909. New Hanover Historical Commission — A.J. Howell • E.S. Martin • James Sprunt • W.A. McGirt. — — Map (db m224895) HM
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States The Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty 40th . . . — — Map (db m224247) HM
Thomas U. Walter, Architect – Philadelphia
John S. Norris, Supervising Architect – New York C. H. Dahl, Principal Carpenter – New York John C. Wood, Principal Mason – Nantucket
Oldest house of worship in Wilmington, . . . — — Map (db m28925) HM
Joseph Jacobs, Architect Benjamin Jacobs, Builder Transitional Georgian-federal style structure built for St. John’s Lodge No. 1, Ancient York Mason’s and shared by Concord Chapter; Masonic Mural (c.1809) remains. Purchased in 1824 by Thomas W. . . . — — Map (db m226388) HM
Consecrated in 1875 as first Episcopal church for colored people in North Carolina. Served by Bishop Atkinson. It is located 3 blocks east. — — Map (db m28872) HM
The Evening Star, forerunner of the StarNews newspaper, published its first edition on Sept. 23, 1867. In recognition of our 150th anniversary, a time capsule was placed here Oct. 18, 2017, with keepsakes, including a special newspaper section and . . . — — Map (db m224893) HM
1806-1855The Innes Academy and theatre stood on this site and hosted performances of early Thalian Associations, and tour companies including Joseph Jefferson and Junius Brutus Booth (the father of John Wilkes Booth). . . . — — Map (db m226599) HM
The beginning of Wilmington was opposite the junction of the rivers, in 1730, and called New Liverpool. In 1733 a settlement was made at the foot of Market Street, named Newton, and here Gov. Gabriel Johnston and other officials located in 1734. In . . . — — Map (db m224889) HM
On this site, Sunday, January 30, 1887, the Salvation Army Officers Adjutant William Beall and Captain and Mrs. Colburn commenced the work of the Salvation Army in Wilmington for the Glory of God and the betterment of mankind. This monument, . . . — — Map (db m226294) HM
William Allen Cobb (1917-1999) was a four-term District Attorney for New Hanover and Pender Counties (1967-1983). Nicknamed “Papa,” he was a mentor to many who worked in this judicial building. For more than fifty years his leadership influenced and . . . — — Map (db m224871) HM
Roman Catholic priest, pioneer Home Missionary of N.C. Co-founder of “Maryknoll Fathers,” a foreign mission society. Birthplace (1860) 1 bl. E. — — Map (db m167692) HM
Near this spot lies
Thomas Godfrey
Born in Philadelphia Pa. 1736
Died in Wilmington N.C. 1763
Author of
The Prince of Parthia
The first drama written
by an American and
produced upon the
professional stage in
the Colonies . . . — — Map (db m28759) HM
Henry E. Bonitz, Architect Commercial building constructed as investment property by Richard F. Warren (1865-1933), proprietor of Warren’s Steam Bakery. Occupied by various businesses including grocery, funeral home, dentist, furniture store, auto . . . — — Map (db m226399) HM
Queen Anne style house built for William Elliott Worth (1850-1923), founder of W.E. Worth & Co., Ice Manufacturers; Secretary-Treasurer and General Manager of Universal Oil & Fertilizer Co; and wife, Nellie Shay (1853-1921), native of Brooklyn, . . . — — Map (db m77220) HM
Here stood the residence of
William Tryon Governor of
North Carolina, from April 3, 1765,
to June 30, 1771. Stamp Master
William Houston was brought out
from the house and forced to
resign his office Nov. 16, 1765.
New Hanover . . . — — Map (db m28760) HM
Major general in the Confederate Army, lieut. colonel in Mexican War, general in Egyptian Army, 1870-79. His birthplace was 1 bl. W. — — Map (db m28624) HM
[west panel]This plaque is dedicated by the Citizens of Wilmington to The Men and Women Who Served this Nation in the Korean Conflict (1950-1953) and the Vietnam Conflict (1964-1973) May we remember always their unselfish and . . . — — Map (db m226554) WM
John M. Carmody Federal Works Administrator ——— Franklin D. Roosevelt President of the United States ——— City Hall 1855 • Rebuilt • 1940 Board of City Commissioners ——— Thomas E. Cooper, Mayor W. Louis Fisher, Commissioner of Finance J. . . . — — Map (db m226598) HM
Robert B. and John C. Wood, Builders James F. Post, Carpenter Italianate style house built for Zebulon Latimer (1810-1881), native of Glastonbury, Connecticut, commission merchant; and wife, Elizabeth Savage (1819-1904). Remained in family until . . . — — Map (db m226392) HM
