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Moored across from historic downtown Wilmington, the Battleship welcomes visitors daily. Plot your own course as you explore nine levels, climb inside gun turrets, marvel at early computers, and see where the crew ate, slept, and worked.
- Hours & Ticketing
No overnight parking is allowed. The Battleship’s address is...
- History
Discover more about the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, her...
- Discover The Showboat
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA has launched Discover the...
- Programs/Events
. 2024 Dates. February 17. March 9. April 13. May 11. June...
- Support
USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial receives no regular...
- Projects
Battleship Uplighting was funded by the Kirkpatrick Family...
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- Battleship General Admission
Battleship General Admission. 1, 2, 3, Go! Things to Know...
- Reservations
Be a part of history with the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA ....
- Guided Tours
Learn about the Battleship's history, operations, armament,...
- Hours & Ticketing
- Background & History
- Today’S Battleship North Carolina: Wilmington’s Family-Friendly Museum Ship
- Inside Battleship North Carolina: Tips For Visiting
- When to Visit: All Year!
The U.S.S.North Carolina Battleship was one of two North Carolina-class “fast” ships (along with the Washington). The New York Naval Shipyard laid the ship’s keel in 1937 and it launched in 1940. The finished product was as tall as a 15-story building, weighed 35,000 tons, and it cost $70 million to build. Read More: Interesting Facts About North C...
You can now visit North Carolina, the NC Battleship in Wilmington at 1 Battleship Rd. Many folks drive to the ship and can reach it via either the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge (from downtown) or via US-421. If you’re staying downtown or already parked and don’t want to move your car for a while, you can also take a Water Taxiacross to the ship. Read M...
The North Carolina is longer than two football fields at 728 feet and nine levels deep for those who visit. For those wondering, “How long does it take to tour the Battleship in North Carolina?” you can easily spend a few hours here. Each room is an impressive display of engineering might! You’ll start with the massive observation deck, which offer...
Special Events happen throughout the year in the North Carolina. The almost-monthly Battleship 101is an educational, interactive, and volunteer-led experience that’s perfect for all ages. Additional special eventsalso occur on Memorial Day, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (December 7), and Flag Day (June 14). If you’ve ever visited during one of these...
USS NORTH CAROLINA is the most decorated U.S. Battleship of World War II. Battleship NC is moored in the Cape Fear River in Wilmington NC.
Guided tours of the Battleship North Carolina are available daily beginning at 9 am. Tour reservations are available online and must be booked at least 36 hours prior to your visit. Walk-up tours are subject to tour guide availability. Reserve a Guided Tour! Explore 9 levels of the ship from the Main and Secondary Plotting rooms to the Bridge.
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