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Brooklyn Arts Center is the most stunning and spectacular multi-use event venue in the region. BAC is available to outside promoters.
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Historic Brooklyn Arts Center features a stunning Sanctuary, private Courtyard, Annex, and Manse House—perfect for weddings, galas, fundraisers, concerts, reunions, corporate events, celebrations, and unforgettable gatherings of all kinds. We host weddings, concerts, fundraisers, art shows, upscale vintage flea markets, and other community-driven events. There is abundant free parking in our neigh

borhood on North 4th Street or you can park in Historic Downtown Wilmington, two minutes away, and take the free trolley, which stops on North 4th Street in front of the church. We offer state-of-the-art house sound and lighting systems and the finest event support service in the Southeast. If you'd like to bring an event to the Brooklyn Arts Center, contact Jay Tatum at [email protected].

09/05/2026

Say “I do” surrounded by 138 years of history. 🤍 There’s just something timeless about getting married in our church building at the Brooklyn Arts Center. 💍✨

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09/03/2026

Between events, our Facilities Manager, Dave Melton, has been hard at work on another special project inside our historic Church Building. 🔨🪟

Believe it or not, only three pieces of the original stained glass from the 1800s were left behind in the building. The largest of those pieces has been displayed in our Manse House for years, but we’ve always wanted to find a way to put it somewhere more people could enjoy it.

We’ve been carefully preparing a new permanent home for it above the bar in the Church Building. Once installed, the stained glass will be backlit on a dimmer, creating a beautiful focal point while showcasing another piece of the building’s incredible history.

Next week, we’ll carefully move the stained glass into its new home, where it can hopefully be enjoyed for generations to come.

The last photo is an AI mockup of what the finished project will look like. We can’t wait to see it come to life!

09/02/2026

Jay & Tara Tatum, owners of the Brooklyn Arts Center, recently headed to Maker’s Mark in Loretto, Kentucky, alongside an incredible group of friends and local business owners for our annual Spirit of the Cape Fear Private Selection.

Joining us were the owners of Front Street Brewery; the owner of the group behind Rebellion, Commodore Public House & Kitchen, and Fox’s Hole in the Wall; photographer Matt Ray, co-owner of Starling Bar; and Kemp Burdette of Cape Fear River Watch.

Together, we spent the day at Maker’s Mark creating a one-of-a-kind Private Selection that will make its way back home to Wilmington for Spirit of the Cape Fear—our annual fundraiser benefiting Cape Fear River Watch.

Our bottles will be ready just in time for the big night:

📅 Friday, March 5, 2027
📍 Brooklyn Arts Center

Save the date! It’s a weekend to celebrate the Cape Fear River, our community, and a truly American spirit—while partnering with a brand that shares our appreciation for sustainability, community, craftsmanship, and history.

🥃🌊 Bourbon with a purpose. Spirit of the Cape Fear.

All proceeds from the event benefit Cape Fear River Watch.

More details coming soon. Cheers, friends!

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09/01/2026

📚 SOLD OUT! An Evening with John Grisham

We are excited to announce that An Evening with John Grisham is officially SOLD OUT!

A huge thank you to everyone for the incredible interest and support for this special event. We’re looking forward to welcoming bestselling author John Grisham to the Brooklyn Arts Center on Thursday, October 15th!

And a special thank you to Floodplain Books for bringing this incredible evening to the BAC.

We can’t wait to host everyone for what is sure to be a memorable night! 📖

⚠️ A quick reminder: Due to the number of ticket scammers out there, we will not allow ticket resale posts or comments on our social media platforms. Any comments attempting to sell or transfer tickets will be deleted, and the account will be blocked.

08/31/2026

A little piece of history behind the bar. 🎹✨

Our original piano dates back to the 1800s and has now been repurposed as part of the bar back, where our glassware sits today. We love finding ways to preserve the history of this incredible building while giving it new life. 🥃

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08/30/2026

There’s just something magical about dancing the night away under the lights at the Brooklyn Arts Center. ✨💃🕺 Here’s to packed dance floors, great music, and unforgettable nights! 🥂

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08/28/2026

An unforgettable evening. A meaningful impact. 🤍

Join us this Saturday, August 29th from 7–11PM at the Brooklyn Arts Center for the Last Chance for White Pants Gala, benefiting Lower Cape Fear LifeCare.

Enjoy an incredible night featuring:
✨ Live music from Emerald Empire Band
🍽️ Catering by Middle of the Island
📸 Photo booth
🎁 Silent auction
🥃 Premium Tequila Raffle

More importantly, your ticket helps provide hospice and palliative care, grief support, dementia services, veteran programs, charity care, and compassionate support for families throughout our community.

Get your tickets today at whitepants.org.

Put on your white pants and join us for one of the region’s most meaningful nights of the year! 🤍

08/27/2026

TONIGHT! 😂 Get ready for a night of legendary stand-up comedy at the Brooklyn Arts Center!

Cardinal Talent Group presents Paula Poundstone LIVE tonight — Thursday, August 27!

If you’re joining us, here are a few helpful reminders:

🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM
🎤 Show: 8:00 PM
📍 Entrance: Please enter from 4th Street.
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets are still available! Grab yours from the Events page on our website, through the link below, or at the door tonight. 👇🏻

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paula-poundstone-brooklyn-arts-center-tickets-1987536293557

🍸 Bar: Our full-service bar on the floor level of the Church Building will be open throughout the show.

🚗 Parking: Plenty of free street parking is available throughout the surrounding neighborhood.

🍽️ Dinner Before the Show: Make a night of it! The Brooklyn Arts District has plenty of great spots to grab a bite before heading over.

⚠️ Ticket Scams: Please do NOT purchase tickets from unverified sources. Any attempts to resell tickets on our social media pages will be deleted. Purchase only through official channels.

Known for her razor-sharp observations, quick improvisation and unmistakable wit, Paula Poundstone has been making audiences laugh for decades. From NPR’s Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! to her podcast Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone and the Inside Out films, Paula remains one of comedy’s most recognizable voices.

Don’t miss your chance to see a true comedy icon LIVE tonight at the Brooklyn Arts Center! 😂🎤

08/26/2026

A statement floral installation is the perfect way to welcome guests into our Annex Building and set the tone for an unforgettable celebration.

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08/25/2026

An unforgettable evening. A meaningful impact. 🤍

Join us Saturday, August 29th from 7–11PM at the Brooklyn Arts Center for the Last Chance for White Pants Gala, benefiting Lower Cape Fear LifeCare.

Enjoy an incredible night featuring:
✨ Live music from Emerald Empire Band
🍽️ Catering by Middle of the Island
📸 Photo booth
🎁 Silent auction
🥃 Premium Tequila Raffle

More importantly, your ticket helps provide hospice and palliative care, grief support, dementia services, veteran programs, charity care, and compassionate support for families throughout our community.

Get your tickets today at whitepants.org.

Put on your white pants and join us for one of the region’s most meaningful nights of the year! 🤍

Address

516 N 4th Street
Wilmington, NC
28401

Telephone

+19108594615

Website

http://www.brooklynartsnc.com/

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