Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens

Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens The Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens is a place 'where now meets then.'
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The Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens is the oldest and largest historic site open to the public in downtown Wilmington. Of eight colonial structures remaining in the city, four are located on this property; three stone buildings, circa 1744, that served as the city jail, and John Burgwin’s 1770 town house. Operated as a museum, the property offers visitors a unique opportunity to view one of the f

inest examples of Georgian architecture in the state and to experience what life was like during pre-revolutionary Wilmington. All rooms have been restored to their original 1770 colors, and furnished with 18th century antiques, and showcase hundreds of remarkable objects.

• The visitor center, on the ground floor, houses a gift shop, art gallery and exhibit hall.

• The acre of Colonial style gardens consists of seven distinct areas, including an orchard with fig and pomegranate trees.

• A map of the gardens and its history facilitates complimentary self-guided tours of the beautiful property.

• The free-standing kitchen house, originally the jailor’s quarters, has a massive hearth and period cooking utensils.

• Last but not least, guided tours include the stories of the people who lived and worked here, and the NSCDA-NC, the women’s organization that saved this landmark from the wrecking ball.

Everyone at the Burgwin-Wright House wishes you a Happy Memorial Day! Stay safe and have a great long weekend! We will r...
05/23/2026

Everyone at the Burgwin-Wright House wishes you a Happy Memorial Day! Stay safe and have a great long weekend! We will reopen on Tuesday with regular business hours, and tours on the hour.

fans! You’ve had a week to digest the series finale, and now you can learn all about the real history behind that deva...
05/22/2026

fans! You’ve had a week to digest the series finale, and now you can learn all about the real history behind that devastating Battle of Kings Mountain. On the latest episode of our podcast, “Outlander in the Cape Fear,” we talked with Kings Mountain National Military Park ranger Rob Holmes about its history, its legacy and how it could fit into the world of Outlander. And there are no spoilers, so you can listen even if you haven’t watched the final episode! Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts or on our website at BurgwinWrightHouse.com. Thanks to Rob and Kings Mountain for helping us provide some context for the battle that closes out the Outlander TV series!

Thank you to the more than 200 of you fans for coming help us celebrate Outlander Weekend in Wilmington! It was incred...
05/12/2026

Thank you to the more than 200 of you fans for coming help us celebrate Outlander Weekend in Wilmington! It was incredible seeing all of you on our walking tours and river cruises with ! They will continue this year, with June 13 river cruises and walking tours on May 22, August 7 and November 13. See you there!

Congratulations to our historic interpreters (Brielle, Trish, Melissa & Sarah) on their graduation from UNCW’s history d...
05/08/2026

Congratulations to our historic interpreters (Brielle, Trish, Melissa & Sarah) on their graduation from UNCW’s history department! We are so proud of their hard work and dedication!

05/07/2026
GREAT NEWS! This week’s walking tours are sold out! There are still a few tickets left for the 4pm river cruise on Fri...
05/04/2026

GREAT NEWS! This week’s walking tours are sold out! There are still a few tickets left for the 4pm river cruise on Friday with . But never fear, we have more walking tours on Aug. 7 and Nov. 13, and another date of river cruises on June 13. There are plenty more chances to walk and cruise in Jamie and Claire’s footsteps!

Assembling our podium for upcoming meetings- call us to book your next meeting in our beautiful gallery!
04/28/2026

Assembling our podium for upcoming meetings- call us to book your next meeting in our beautiful gallery!

NIGHT TOUR THIS FRIDAY! Don’t miss your chance to step back in time, and turn off the lights, for this unique candlelit ...
04/27/2026

NIGHT TOUR THIS FRIDAY! Don’t miss your chance to step back in time, and turn off the lights, for this unique candlelit tour through the Burgwin-Wright House to talk about Colonial nightlife, customs of a bygone time and what it would have been like to walk through the house before electricity. Tour starts this Friday at 9pm. Tickets are $25 plus tax and you must reserve them ahead of time by calling 910-762-0570. No walk-ups allowed. See you Friday!

Love seeing squirrels live and play in our magnolia trees like many generations before them have in the last 175 years!
04/27/2026

Love seeing squirrels live and play in our magnolia trees like many generations before them have in the last 175 years!

After you all sold out our other OUTLANDER WEEKEND IN WILMINGTON river cruises, we had to add two more with ! No one can...
04/24/2026

After you all sold out our other OUTLANDER WEEKEND IN WILMINGTON river cruises, we had to add two more with ! No one can ever say fans aren’t the most passionate in the land! Come join us to celebrate the climax of the TV series and the local history that is essential to Jamie and Claire’s story. The cruises are 90 minutes, and there is a full bar on board. Come sail through history and Outlander with us! Call 910-338-3134 or visit WilmingtonWaterTours.net to book. And there are still a few tickets left for our walking tours on May 8 and 9 as well! Call BWH at 910-762-0570 to get tickets! (BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!)

Address

224 Market Street
Wilmington, NC
28401

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19107620570

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