Wilmington is a 250-year-old port city, nestled between North
Carolina's mighty Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. The
city's riverbanks boast a major container seaport, a charming
historical district, the Battleship North Carolina, Gothic churches,
and riverfront shops.
To the south lie majestic plantations, the North Carolina Aquarium,
Fort Fisher, miles of unspoiled beaches, and some of the most
outstanding seafood restaurants along the Cape Fear Coast. The
Wilmington area is blessed with many natural attributes, however,
its most valuable asset is its people; they are warm, friendly,
sincere, and productive.
Wilmington proper is the epitome of what the emerging New South
is all about. Its inviting business climate has attracted giants
like G.E., DuPont, and Corning, as well as smaller high-tech firms
such as AAI and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Much of the city's growth is taking place along College Road,
where incidentally, the University of North Carolina at Wilmington
(UNCW) is located. UNCW's Marine Science Program, ranked fifth
in the world, is at the forefront of teaching.
Located downtown on the Cape Fear River is our award winning
Cape Fear Community College (CFCC), offering state of the art
training in a multitude of disciplines.
Although Wilmington is the largest city in southeastern North
Carolina, it retains a small town atmosphere. Visitors are treated
hospitably and immediately sense the strong community pride Wilmingtonians
exhibit. Residents continuously strive to improve all aspects
of life in the Port City, because they know it is possible for
the Wilmington area to maintain the same charm and natural beauty
that has been celebrated for over 250 years.
*Taken
form the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce website for more information
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