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My mom and I very much enjoyed taking a tour with Erica recently. The price was $12 a piece and included the guided tour. Ours was just ourselves and one other guest so it was very nice and small. Erica was very informative and spent a good amount of time in each room explaining the history of the family, area, furniture, etc. The tour took about 50 minutes and included the house, a brief overview of the gardens, and the old kitchen. This is definitely worth the money if you are interested in history.
Elizabeth MendonçaElizabeth Mendonça
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Yesterday 9.28.21 we toured the historic property, Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington NC. The tour guide was knowledgeable and engaging. If you are interested in the roots of America in its formative years you will learn a good deal about Colonial America, the significance of the house, who were the original owners and how business was conducted in those rough and rugged times. Fascinating stuff! We learned how to “read” a portrait and that debtors prison was no joke.
Brenda PizzoBrenda Pizzo
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Hunter, the Assistant Curator gave us a wonderful tour of this 18 century home. It’s interesting to note the builder lived 8 miles away on his plantation of 1000 acres. He used this home for entertainment, music, dancing and guest rooms. “The Headquarters of Cornwallis is this 2 story white weather-boarded structure built 1770. Cornwallis maintained his headquarters here while in possession of Wilmington in 1781.” There is a self guided walking tour of the Gardens on site.
Pamela ChabakPamela Chabak
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I knew that Julia was a tour guide when I arrived early to visit the garden and then the historic jail house. Julia has an excellent presentation style and is very gracious about personal interests and needs. I highly recommend this historic site as it is filled with original building materials, furniture, and family heirlooms. Thank you Julia for sharing your kindness and passion for colonial family history.
Andrea RiceAndrea Rice
10
We had a wonderful time at this museum. Our tour guide was excellent and told us so many stories and details about the history, property and the people. We are both historic architecture enthusiasts- so this is our cup of tea☕️. I’m also visiting from abroad and recommend this to anyone for a wonderful time and learning experience while enjoying downtown Wilmington.
Ms Kara Coach KMs Kara Coach K
10
Well worth the time and money to visit this historic home. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. I learned a lot about the home, the region, and culture of the time. The home has been mostly renovated and gardens are fantastic. The tour and garden visit lasted for about 90 minutes and we enjoyed every part of it.
Jeff StrahlerJeff Strahler
30
Nearby Attractions Of Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens
Battleship North Carolina
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Address
224 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
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(910) 762-0570
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Website
burgwinwrighthouse.com
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4.7
(177 reviews)
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cultural
relaxation
family friendly
Description
Built in 1770, the Burgwin-Wright House is the only structure in Wilmington, North Carolina, from the colonial era open to the public. Built for merchant, planter and government official John Burgwin, all rooms are furnished with 18th and 19th century antiques and showcase hundreds of objects.
attractions: Battleship North Carolina, The Exit Games | Escape Room Wilmington, The Cotton Exchange, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Wilmington Riverwalk, Green Light Escape Room, LLC, Game Over Escape Room Wilmington, Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront, Museum of the Bizarre, Bellamy Mansion Museum, restaurants: The Copper Penny, The Fork 'N' Cork, Elijah's Oyster & Fish Camp, The Pilot House, Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill, Front Street Brewery, River 128 Restaurant, Savorez, Slice of Life Pizzeria & Pub Downtown, The Basics
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