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In 2026, the nation will celebrate its semiquincentennial. The city of Wilmington, New Hanover County, and the Southeastern North Carolina region will be participating in the celebration, known as America 250.
As part of the celebration, the World War II Home Front Coalition will promote the 2020 designation of Wilmington as America’s first World War II Heritage City. The Coalition is expanding its activities to include year-long activities throughout the area.
The SS John W. Brown will visit the NC State Port for public tours and a Cape Fear River cruise
Static displays and flight demonstrations at Wilmington International Airport by WWII aircraft of the Commemorative Air Force
WWII Army re-enactors will perform with uniforms, weapons, and equipment at Fort Fisher State Historic Site and the HBHUSO/CAC
The HBHUSO/CAC will host lectures, exhibits, USO and Rosie the Riveter shows, and veterans tributes. UNC Wilmington will digitize WWII documents and images.
NC National Guard’s 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team will showcase military vehicles, weapons, and equipment
Will stage WWII-related shows and musical productions
Additional activities and details will be posted here as they become available.
Would you like to volunteer to work with us on any of these activities, please contact us.