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Things to do in Wilson
Edna Boykin Cultural Center
The Boykin Center opened its doors in 1998 and offers a wide range of performances throughout the year. The renovation of this 1919 Vaudeville Theatre, now with plush seating for 650 people, provides the community with a breathtaking venue for the Boykin Center Series each year. Performances include: "The Last of the Red Hot Lovers", starring Gary Burghoff, Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble and the St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre of Russia. Call (252) 291-4320 for more information.
108 W Nash St, Wilson, NC
Imagination Station
Imagination Station is a science and technology center where everyone has the special power to explore. It is located in the Historic Wilson Federal Courthouse. Built in 1928, the building has been transformed into a science center for the new century. Renovations and improvements completed after a fire in 2000, have significantly updated the building, making Imagination Station an even better experience for visitors. Call (252) 291-5113 for more information.
224 East Nash St, Wilson, NC
North Carolina Baseball Museum
This museum is set to open its doors for the first time on February 2, 2004. Showcasing baseball memorabilia from across the state, this 3,328 square-foot museum contains memorabilia from seven North Carolina Hall of Famers. Referred to as the Magnificent Seven, these include Gaylord Perry, Catfish Hunter, Hoyt Wilhelm, Enos Slaughter, Buck Leonard, Rick Ferrell and Luke Appling. Call (252) 296-3048 for more information.
300 Stadium Street, Wilson, NC
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House is a museum featuring the artifacts that depict the culture and contributions of African Americans to the history and development of Wilson. The house was built in 1946 by Freeman who was a noted local black stone mason. He built this and other houses to help alleviate the housing shortage for GI's returning from the war. Freeman built a round house that is said to be made of stone. Call (252) 296-3056 for more information.
1202 Nash St, Wilson, NC
Wilson Botanical Gardens
The Garden was started in 1997 as a resource for visitors to see the diversity of plant material that can be used in the home landscape. The Garden is comprised of a tree collection, five different turf grass species evaluation, bird and butterfly gardens along with display gardens. In spring of 2002 extensive planting included a perennial border, daylily and hosta collections. The Garden is open from sunrise to sunset. The garden is located on the grounds of the Wilson County Agricultural Building. The garden has over 235 plant species and will continue to expand from the J. C. Raulston Arboretum Collection. Call (252) 237-0111 for more information.
1806 Goldsboro St, Wilson, NC