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Battleship USS North Carolina

"The Showboat" of World War II, the battleship USS North Carolina is permanently berthed in Wilmington Harbor, restored as a World War II museum, and is short drive from the Grand Strand.

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Battleship USS North Carolina
#1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC 28401
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Web Site: www.battleshipnc.com/
Phone: 910-251-5797
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Site Description
"The Showboat" of World War II, the battleship USS North Carolina is permanently berthed in Wilmington Harbor and restored as a World War II museum.

Period planes and artifacts tell the story of this impressive ship. A must see for WWII enthusiasts.
Access and Admission
Site Access: Public
Access Description: Fri before Mem Day thru Labor Day: 8am-8pm - closes at 6pm on 7/4, Tues following Labor Day thru Thurs before Mem. Day: 8:00am-5pm
Average Viewing Time: 3 Hours
Admission: Military $10 w/ID, Seniors 65 and up $10, Adults 12 and up $12, Ages 6-11 $6, Under 5 and Friends of the Battleship Members are free
Ownership: Public
Tours and Events
Guided Tours: Self-guided
Events: Please check the USS North Carolina's website calendar at: http://www.battleshipnc.com/Events/EventCalendar