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Welcome to ROW. We’re so glad you’re here. 

What's Coming Next...

May
17

The Annual ROW Picnic & Pie Contest

Sun. May 17 · 6pm–8pm
at Waterline Brewery, 721 Surry St
Food · Music · Neighbors · Fun!
And for the first time this year, a pie-baking contest!

Click the link below for more information and/or to sign up to bring some goodies

On Going

Cape Fear Memorial Bridge Task Force

The ROW and HWF have joined forces to protect our city’s future. We are calling on the WMPO to make a choice that respects our history, our environment, and our wallets.

🛑 We say NO to Tolls

✅ We advocate for the 65/135-foot Lift Bridge

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Click below for more information and to sign the petition
 

Oct
10

Back Door Kitchen Tour 2026

The Back Door Kitchen Tour in Wilmington, NC, is an annual, self-guided tour of historic homes in the downtown district, showcasing renovated kitchens and living spaces. 
Stay tuned to this space for an upcoming announcement on how to get tickets for this year's BDKT!

Upcoming Events

Game Night

Wednesday, May 6th from 6-9pm

Savard Beer & Board

 

Spring Picnic

Sunday, May 17th beginning at 6-8pm

Waterline Brewing

Thank you to our 2025 Back Door Kitchen Tour Sponsors!

PLATINUM SPONSORS

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GOLD SPONSORS

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SILVER SPONSORS

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​Caprice Bistro
DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen
Dorset Decorating Services
Cousins Italian Deli
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ROW'S MISSION STATEMENT

ROW is an all-volunteer, membership-based, non-profit neighborhood organization of people living in the Historic Districts covering the oldest parts of the City of Wilmington, North Carolina -- the area between Red Cross and Queen Streets, from the Cape Fear River to Eighth Street. 

 

ROW brings people together to build neighborliness and work together for historic preservation and improvement of the quality of life in the Historic Districts.

ROW'S VISION STATEMENT

The neighborhoods in ROW’s membership area, spanning from 8th Street to the Cape Fear River and Red Cross Street to Queen Street, are vital to the historic character of Wilmington, North Carolina.

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These areas feature significant historic and architectural residences and serve as cultural districts for education and tourism, benefiting the local economy, particularly in tourism and film.

 

ROW aims to preserve the neighborhoods' historical and residential qualities, ensuring they remain safe and livable for all demographics. 

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