Wilmington, North Carolina

A city of rare beauty and fascinating history, Wilmington attracts armies of tourists and visitors year-round eager to view its picturesque waterfront, to learn of the old port city's remarkable heritage and traditions, and to enjoy its grand beaches and landscapes. This visual history explores the city's and the vicinity's unique story from the late 1890s to the 1960s through the medium of postcards, a
popular way of documenting a town's famous buildings, dwellings, personalities, and scenery.