Bellamy Mansion Museum opens ‘Legends & Landmarks’ art exhibition

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The Bellamy Mansion Museum is presenting an exhibition of more than 40 original paintings and drawings of historic scenes and areas from around the region and country.

“Legends & Landmarks: Paintings and Drawings by James C. Horton” opened Jan. 21.

The collection commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary with artwork depicting Revolutionary War battle scenes, a blockade runner shipwreck, St. James Church and Airlie’s 500-year-old live oak.

The exhibit is displayed in the museum’s gallery space and can be viewed free of charge at the Carriage House Visitor Center through April 26.

An artist’s reception will also be scheduled for Feb. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the museum.

For more information, visit Bellamy Mansion Museum’s website.