Welcome to ROW. We’re so glad you’re here.
What's Coming Next...
Ongoing
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 11
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
Spring Picnic
Sunday, May 17th beginning at 6-8pm
Waterline Brewing
ROW Social
Wednesday, May 27th at 6-8pm
Avenue B (formerly Bottega)
723 North 4th Street
Come out and enjoy an evening with new and old ROW members.
Please let Ellen (ellen.minnich@gmail.com) know if you plan on attending.
Thank you to our 2025 Back Door Kitchen Tour Sponsors!
PLATINUM SPONSORS
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Sylvia and Keith Kochler
Karen Day
GOLD SPONSORS
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SILVER SPONSORS
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​Caprice Bistro
DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen
Dorset Decorating Services
Cousins Italian Deli
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.