Welcome Aboard The
Battleship North Carolina
Plot Your Own Course!

The Battleship North Carolina
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA participated in every major naval offensive in the Pacific theater of operations during World War II, earning 15 battle stars. This authentically restored National Historic Landmark proudly serves as her State’s World War II Memorial to the 11,000+ North Carolinians who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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. Crew stories throughout the Ship introduce you to the 2,000 young men who called the Showboat home.
Encircling the Ship, the State Employees Credit Union (SECU) Walkway provides an opportunity to appreciate her majesty and power. Enjoy a picnic in Battleship Park or savor a meal in Wilmington. And take a piece of her home from the Battleship Steel Collection!
How will YOU plot your own course?
Please share your pics and stories with us!
How will YOU plot your own course?
Please share your pics and stories with us!
Visitors can expect to spend at least 2 hours touring, but many stay longer. It’s up to you and how much you would like to discover! The Ship is yours for the day!
The Battleship offers several fun and interactive programs throughout the year. Most of the programs are free with regular Battleship admission.
The NORTH CAROLINA was the first battleship to be constructed in sixteen years. She became the first of ten fast battleships to join the fleet in WWII.
USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial receives no regular government funding. Visitors help keep the gangway open, and donors ensure our long-term success.

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