Best Arts and Culture Places in Kure Beach

"The Cameron Art Museum, located at 3201 South 17th St., is one of Wilmington's cultural hubs, offering programs, exhibits and classes which aim to enrich lives through the arts. Check out the museum's exhibits, some that are on view for a limited time like Illumination, an exhibition of artist-made lanterns, demonstrating what light means to each artist personally through their style, content and choice of material. The exhibit will be viewable until Jan. 10."

"Louise Wells Cameron Art Museum highlights North Carolina’s rich artistic heritage. The museum boasts 15 galleries, displaying a unique blend of artwork from 18th century paintings to 20th century ceramics, decoys, sculptures and computer generated art. After viewing the renowned permanent collection and traveling exhibitions, visit the Museum Shop or stroll the 10-acre campus including the Civil War Battlefield and Sculpture Park."

"Selections from the museum's permanent collection of fine arts, decorative arts, and design by local, national, and international artists include a large number of works on paper by artists that include Mary Cassatt and Ando Hiroshige. Art from these collections is not on permanent display, but the works are presented in rotating themed exhibits. Collections are especially strong in works by North Carolina artists."

"This art village on Willard Street combines art studios and galleries with private venue space for meetings, classes, and events. Art is available to the public Fridays and Saturdays and several artists teach classes. theArtWorks fosters a creative environment for artists and the community."

"theArtWorks is a huge gallery space in downtown Wilmington NC. This art village on Willard Street combines art studios and galleries with private venue space for meetings, classes, and events. Art is available to the public Fridays and Saturdays and several artists teach classes."

"One of Wilmington’s newest attractions is the Expo 216 – a two-story art space that’s found along Front Street, and which features more than 5,000’ square feet of gallery space. The interior of the museum features commissioned artworks, media loops, and informational panels which outline the various environmental and social issues that are distinctly highlighted every 10 months or so. The end result is a cumulative experience, where global issues and regional artistic talents are effortlessly intertwined."

"Unique three-dimensional art by local artisans is collected in this landmark at The Cotton Exchange. You’ll find pottery, textiles, jewelry, baskets, glasswork, and more in this shop. Local artists offer decorative and functional handmade objects that enrich our lives."

"This Princess Street gallery resides in a renovated 19th-century horse stable downtown. Here you’ll find an eclectic mix of paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, and other work by area artists. Check the calendar for openings and opportunities to meet the artists."

"This family-owned gallery in The Cotton Exchange features art, music, and more from creative Golden family members. Original seaside watercolors by Mary Ellen Golden are joined by photography from John W. Golden and music by John C. Golden for a gallery that has something for everyone."

"Options include Manna (American cuisine featuring local, regional and American ingredients), Catch Modern Seafood (seafood with a modern twist), Caprice Bistro or Brasserie du Soleil (authentic French bistros), The Basics (gourmet Southern comfort food), Rx and Pembroke’s (seasonal farm-to-table menus). Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours even offers walking culinary tours of downtown restaurants and markets."

"First time I have ever ate here....The experience was just great...The service was wonderful....The food was great...Look forward to going back soon..."

"Boasting two locations across town, Catch is a modern seafood restaurant that James Beard award-winning Chef Keith Rhodes and his wife Angela opened in 2006, and they have been serving outstanding seafood ever since. Striving to support North Carolina’s organic farmers, local fisheries, and sustainable fishing practices, Chef Keith Rhodes presents a menu of produce caught and farmed off the Cape Fear Coast. On the menu you will find creative dishes such as Red Miso Glazed Scottish Salmon served with wok-seared “drunken” rice noodles, bean sprouts, fresh coriander, and Thai basil, Cajun-fried North Carolina Oysters with Mindoro Blue Cheese Slaw and Texas Pete Aioli, and Pan-Roasted Oriental Back Fin, and Lump Crab Cakes served with White Truffle Mash and Pamlico Shrimp in a Cognac Bisque."

"Long Leaf Park is made up of several intertwining paved trails lined with lush green grass perfect for riding your bike, walking or running. Long Leaf Park is also equipped for sporting events with four soccer fields and three softball fields which are both lighted. The park also has a large on-site parking lot and shelters for anyone who just wants to sit and relax."

"Located at 1739 Burnett Blvd., Greenfield Park’s 250 acres are filled with biking and walking trails along Greenfield Lake. Park amenities include restroom facilities, water fountains, age and ability specific playgrounds, picnic shelters, grills, and an accessible fishing dock. For more info, call 910 341-7855 or visit wilmingtonandbeaches.com."

"Greenfield Lake is a man-made lake created centuries ago to benefit the surrounding community. And now it's still a great recreational space for you to enjoy!. Decide whether you want to walk, run, or bike the 4.1-mile trail, or maybe you’d like to find a spot to cast a rod and see what’s biting."

"Nature & Wildlife Areas302 Willard Street, Wilmington, NC 28401MoreLess Info. The 250-acre Greenfield Park is a recreational park that includes 2 tennis courts, a skate park, an outdoor amphitheater, and boat rentals. The park has opportunities for swimming, fishing, and mountain biking."