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Changes Coming to Fort Fisher in Kure Beach

Nov. 01, 2022

Home to the Civil War’s largest amphibious battle site, Fort Fisher State Historic Site is undergoing changes with the construction of a new Visitors Center and conservation lab after years of thoughtful planning.

Festivals & Music Take Center Stage in Kure Beach

Sep. 22, 2022

A trip to Kure Beach not only promises the charm of a small beach town, but also plenty of family-friendly festivals and live music.

Water Flowing Over Coquina Rocks at Sunset

Unplug from Digital Distractions in Kure Beach

Aug. 11, 2022

In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s important to give yourself permission to unplug. Disconnecting from work and the digital distractions of everyday life in small town Kure Beach is the perfect opportunity to trade in those blue-light glasses for sunglasses, as active adventures and serene landscapes abound.

Fort Fisher State Recreation Area 4 Wheel Drive Access Beach

Escape to Kure Beach for Your Family Reunion

Jun. 29, 2022

Discover a quiet retreat with small-town charm and plenty of space to roam for your next family reunion. In Kure Beach, you can find fun for everyone, from relaxing at the beach to kids enjoying stories by the sea, getting up close and personal with aquatic wildlife and so much more.

Entertain the Kids this Summer in Kure Beach

May. 12, 2022

The fun never ends for parents and kids of all ages in Kure Beach thanks to free family-friendly programming all season long. What’s not to love about a DJed dance party and meeting a real-life princess?

Special Interest Travel Ideas in Kure Beach

Mar. 15, 2022

Kure Beach is full of small-town charm and activities for every type of traveler. Discover trip ideas specifically curated for the history buff, beach lover and outdoor adventurer, and you’ll find there’s something unique about North Carolina’s small wonder.

Divers in the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

A Day in the Life of an Aquarist at the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher

By Kaitlen Watson, Aquarist, N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher on Feb. 22, 2022

Not Your Ordinary Office Our creatures never sleep, and since they are always on, ideas and solutions for their care begin swirling around in my head as soon as I wake up at 6 a.m. First, I have my own habitat to manage, then I arrive at work at 7:30 a.m. My office is the vast and exhilarating North...