The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport is open from 9:00am until 5:00pm, Tuesday through Saturday, showcasing the lower Cape Fear River’s maritime history. Situated where the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, and Cape Fear River meet, the museum features educational programs and permanent exhibits focused on hurricanes, shipwrecks, and fisheries, as well as military conflicts that range from piracy up through World War II. The North Carolina Maritime Museum has been voted by both frequent vacationers and newcomers as one of the small town’s best attractions and offers a good escape from the summer heat during the afternoon.
204 E Moore St, Southport, NC 28461, Phone: 910-477-5150