Battleship North Carolina

Museum ship · Wilmington, North Carolina

Illustration of Battleship North Carolina

Overview

The Battleship North Carolina is a World War II battleship docked across the river from downtown Wilmington.

History

The ship was commissioned in 1941 and fought in major Pacific battles. It became a memorial in 1961.

Today

Visitors tour the ship, which is one of Wilmington's top attractions.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.