ORIGINAL STRUCTURE - CIRCA 1838
Suggestions for Future Development of the Ice House
Demolish the adjacent one story section built in the 1960s.
Replace area with a park geared toward children's activities.
Develop a maritime museum within the building emphasizing the importance of the Cape Fear River for Wilmington as well as the development of the state of North Carolina.
An ice house museum archiving the importance of ice in a pre-refrigeration era. Ice House Ads
Shops for local crafts
Restaurant
Read Cantwell's Common Sense Article