Nestled in eastern North Carolina lies a city whose cultural scene is as varied and charming as its people. Jacksonville, NC offers an endless array of hidden gems for travelers seeking to experience its patriotic, welcoming, historic, vibrant and diverse coastal nature. From visual arts museums to concert venues and theaters there is something here for everyone.
The sneaky charm of this quaint town reveals itself through some lesserknown cultural sites. Take a guided tour (15 E Church Street) or wander on your own around Lejeune Memorial Gardens featuring lifesized statues depicting major events from American history like the flag raising at Iwo Jima in WWII (Iwo Jima Blvd & Montford Landing Rd). See how art intersects with military culture at Onslow County Museum where displays feature collections pertaining to local history including Camp Lejeune Military Base (301 S Ferry Road).
But quirky oddities also abound here in the form of unique creative expressions such as The Daily Grind Coffeehouse which features live music performances by regional artists several times each week while serving up delicious hot drinks made from locally roasted coffee beans sourced worldwide (1250 Western Blvd Suite B5). If you are a lover of theatrical performances then you will not want to miss out on what both Coastal Carolina Community College Theatre Department and New River Players have on offer especially if you happen upon one happening inside their hidden locations (444 Western Boulevard #1B; 147 Pollock St).
And let us not forget about our beautiful artworks! Explore all that Art Block has to offer with free exhibits rotating monthly showcasing works by emerging artists within varied styles like paintings, sculpture installation pieces amongst other things resembling wonderful kitsch hanging in this space which once served as an idyllic downtown formerly occupied structures built over time until renovated back into use again after years without vitality(200BNew Bridge St). You can also check out the unique and often unusual works of artists at The Art Exchangers (620 New Bridge St) which is a gallery, art supply store, and artist workspace all in one.
Jacksonville has so much to offer that even those familiar with its cultural scene may find themselves discovering new things. Venture just outside your comfort zone or take advantage of exploring the unknown; both methods will likely produce interesting results. A trip to Jacksonville promises an abundance of enriching cultural experiences that you wont soon forget!
Websites:
Lejeune Memorial Garden: www.lejeunememorialgardens.org
Onslow County Museum: www.onslowcountync.gov/164/Museum
Coastal Carolina Community College Theatre Department: www.coastalcarolina.edu/studentlife/thearts/
New River Players (The Barn): http://newriverplayers.org/index.html
Art Block: https://jacksonvillenchnc.gov/artblock
The Art Exchangers: Twitter:
@the_art_exchang">https://www.theartexchangers.com/
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