Chandler's Wharf

Welcome to the southernmost extremity of historic downtown Wilmington. As you stand here at the picturesque intersection of Water and Ann streets, you have arrived at a place known as Chandler's Wharf. …

Let us turn our attention directly to the massive, primary structure that defines this space: the original Chandler's Wharf building. To truly understand the physical weight of this place, we must transport our imaginations back…

As the twentieth century progressed, the fundamental nature of global shipping underwent a massive, irreversible shift. The advent of massive, standardized steel shipping containers and the construction of deep-water modern port…

Moving into the interior of the main Chandler's Wharf building, we are immediately met with the rich, mouth-watering aromas of southern culinary tradition. This historic structure currently houses several exceptional eateries,…

Stepping out of the main building and taking a few mere steps to the south along Water Street, we enter what locals often refer to as the second part of Chandler's Wharf. Look up and you will see the large, welcoming sign marking…

Directly across the narrow street from the retail shops, sitting precariously close to the gently rolling waters of the Cape Fear River, we find two of Wilmington's most iconic waterfront dining establishments. First is Elijah's…

As you stand near the water's edge at Chandler's Wharf, your gaze is inevitably drawn southward, down the expanse of the river, toward a massive, inescapable feat of modern engineering. Dominating the southern skyline is the Cape…

Our exploration of Chandler's Wharf brings us back to the quiet, cobblestone intersection where we began. Take a final, lingering look at the robust brick walls of the Calder-Thorpe building, the glittering display windows of the…