Cameron Art Museum

Boundless Tour in the PNC USCT Park
2026-09-25 13:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | NC
Boundless Tour in the PNC USCT Park – Free with Museum Admission

Step into history with a guided tour of Boundless, a life-size bronze sculpture by artist Stephen Hayes. Located in PNC USCT Park on CAM’s grounds, this striking monument honors the legacy of the United States Colored Troops (USCT)—the brave soldiers who fought in the Battle of Forks Road during the Civil War in 1865.

The sculpture was created from casts of the features of 11 African American men connected to the site and its story – USCT descendants, re-enactors, veterans, and community leaders. Boundless was unveiled on November 13, 2021, and is on permanent view in the PNC USCT Park on the museum grounds. The sculpture is deeply connected to our community’s history, present, and future.

When: Every Friday from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Free with museum admission.
Your tour will be led by one of our knowledgeable tour guides.

Learn more about Boundless and the PNC USCT Park here.

For questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact Georgia Mastroieni, Deputy Director of Operations at (910) 726-9492 or georgia@cameronartmuseum.org“
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Photographs by Alan Cradick

Public Tour
2026-09-30 13:00 - 13:30 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Public Tour – Free with Museum Admission
Come join us every Wednesday at 1 PM for an engaging public museum tour through our multiple exhibits. Your tour will be led by one of our knowledgeable museum tour guides. Guided exhibit tours allow you to explore and learn about the artworks on view.
When: Every Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
Learn more about our current exhibits on view in the museum here!
For questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact Georgia Mastroieni, Deputy Director of Operations at (910) 726-9492 or georgia@cameronartmuseum.org

Jazz at CAM: Mangroove
2026-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: Mangroove
Thursday, October 1
7 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
Experience an evening of jazz, Latin rhythms, and polyrhythmic expression with Mangroove, led by percussionist, vocalist, and bandleader Manny Santos.
Originally from New Bedford, Massachusetts, Santos began performing professionally at age 15. Drawing inspiration from his Cape Verdean heritage, his music brings together jazz, Latin traditions, and global influences. While living in Boston, Santos further developed his craft through studies at New England Conservatory and Berklee College of Music, becoming an accomplished conga player along the way.
Over a career spanning more than 30 years, Santos has performed with artists including Kurt Elling, Donald Harrison, Maurice Starr, Steven Tyler, Ran Blake, Hilliard Greene, Walter Beasley, and the late Jaki Byard.
After moving to Wilmington in 2012, Santos created Mangroove, a collaborative project featuring musicians from across the region. The group’s energetic performances celebrate rhythm, improvisation, and the joy of making music together.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Music At CAM: Faith & Harmony
2026-10-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Music@CAM: Faith & Harmony
Sunday, October 11
2:00–3:30 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members $20 | Not-Yet Members $25 | Students: $15
Experience the powerful voices and deep-rooted musical traditions of Faith & Harmony, a celebrated family gospel sextet from Greenville, North Carolina.
Formed in 2012, Faith & Harmony brings together two sets of sisters who are also first cousins. The group carries forward a gospel singing tradition passed down through generations of the Daniels family. Its members are descendants of Dorothy Vines Daniels of The Glorifying Vines Sisters, the acclaimed eastern North Carolina gospel group founded by Dorothy and Johnny Ray Daniels.
Faith & Harmony features Kadesha Speight, Renay Sugg, KeAmber Daniels, Andrea Edwards, Christy Moody, and Tinesha Weaver. Known for their spirited vocal delivery and layered Jubilee harmonies, the group preserves eastern North Carolina’s rich sacred soul and gospel quartet traditions while sharing this musical legacy with new audiences.
Harmony and song have shaped the members’ lives since childhood. By forming Faith & Harmony, the six singers made a commitment to honor the generations who came before them and ensure that their family’s musical heritage continues.
“You know how they pass the baton in a relay race?” KeAmber Daniels says. “Now it’s our turn to carry it as far as we can. Until hopefully we’ll be able to leave a legacy for our kids. And the future generations to come.”
The group’s acclaimed album, I Heard the Voice, showcases its energetic performances, close family harmonies, and unmistakable eastern North Carolina sound. Faith & Harmony has introduced audiences across the country to this tradition through live performances and appearances, including PBS North Carolina’s Shaped by Sound.
Spend an afternoon at CAM celebrating family, faith, harmony, and the enduring musical traditions of eastern North Carolina.
Advance registration is encouraged.
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Music At CAM: Rock Creek Singers from the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington DC
2026-11-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Music@CAM: Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC — Rock Creek Singers
Thursday, November 5
6:30–7:30 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $10
Not-Yet Members: $15
Students: Free
Experience an uplifting evening of music with the Rock Creek Singers, a select ensemble of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC. Performing a cappella arrangements of Broadway, pop, and inspirational songs, the ensemble shares a powerful message of equality, acceptance, and connection.
Known for expressive harmonies and engaging performances, the Rock Creek Singers bring intimacy and energy to a wide-ranging repertoire. Their music celebrates the power of voices coming together and the role the arts can play in building understanding across communities.
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC is the LGBTQ+ voice of equality in the nation’s capital and an internationally recognized performance organization. Since 1981, GMCW has used music to promote equality, advance justice, and help overcome differences.
Today, the organization includes more than 250 singing members, four select ensembles, a dance company, and a youth chorus. GMCW performs for more than 10,000 audience members each year through concerts and appearances in Washington, DC, across the United States, and internationally.
Spend an evening at CAM with joyful music, compelling harmonies, and a performance grounded in acceptance and shared humanity.
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Jazz at CAM: Yolanda Rabun
2026-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: Yolanda Rabun — Nina, Nancy, and Roberta
Thursday, December 3
7–9 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
Powerhouse vocalist Yolanda Rabun takes the Jazz@CAM stage for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, and Roberta Flack. Through commanding vocals and a natural gift for storytelling, Rabun honors three iconic artists whose music crosses jazz, soul, blues, gospel, and popular song.
Known for her boundless energy, rich voice, and inventive performances, Rabun brings passion and spontaneity to every appearance. Her wide-ranging repertoire includes straight-ahead and contemporary jazz, blues, folk, pop, and gospel, creating performances that feel both timeless and entirely her own.
Rabun has opened for and performed alongside acclaimed artists including Jennifer Holliday, Howard Hewett, Ron Isley and the Isley Brothers, KEM, and Sheila E. She has also performed with North Carolina Opera, the Durham Symphony, and the Raleigh Symphony Free Spirits.
An accomplished Equity actor, Rabun has earned praise for her work on regional theater stages alongside Tony Award-winning performers. She is also a sought-after motivational speaker and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs.
Experience the voices and stories of Nina, Nancy, and Roberta reimagined through one of North Carolina’s most dynamic performers.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Jazz at CAM: Le’Andra McPhatter
2027-01-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: Le’Andra McPhatter
Thursday, January 7
7–9 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
Pianist and organist Le’Andra McPhatter brings warmth, soul, and a deep reverence for Black American Music to the Jazz@CAM stage. Shaped by gospel, soul, and jazz, McPhatter blends tradition with a forward-looking approach to improvisation, creating music that honors the past while making space for new expression.
Born in Kinston, North Carolina, and now based in Hartford, Connecticut, McPhatter began her musical journey at age three. Surrounded by a musical family and the traditions of the church, she discovered early on the power of music to uplift, connect, and transform. Her later introduction to jazz expanded her musical vocabulary and sparked a lasting passion for improvisation.
McPhatter earned a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from North Carolina Central University in 2018 and completed her Master of Music in Jazz Studies at the University of Hartford.
Her performances invite listeners into a space of comfort, reflection, and joy. Experience an evening of expressive musicianship from a dynamic artist whose work carries the spirit of tradition into the future.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Music At CAM: Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers
2027-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Music@CAM: Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers
Thursday, February 4
7–9 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $20
Not-Yet Members: $25
Students: $15
Rooted in the Blue Ridge Mountains with their feet planted firmly in the Carolina sand, Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers bring an evening of bluegrass, family tradition, and heartfelt musicianship to Music@CAM.
Presented in connection with With A Southern Accent: Sporting Art and Fine Art of Eastern North Carolina, this performance celebrates the sounds, stories, and traditions that shape life across the region.
Born and raised near Wilmington, North Carolina, the sibling bluegrass band formed in 2022 when the family decided there was no reason not to make music together. The group features Isabella on fiddle, AnnMari on guitar, Pete on banjo, Chris on mandolin, and their father on bass.
Through captivating melodies, lively sibling banter, and a sound shaped by faith, kinship, and tradition, Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers create performances filled with warmth and personality. Their music offers a journey from the mountains to the coast, reflecting the deep connections between family, place, and the musical heritage of the Carolinas.
Experience an evening of spirited bluegrass and homegrown talent at CAM.
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Jazz at CAM: Brandon Mitchell Quartet
2027-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: Brandon Mitchell Quartet
Thursday, February 11
7–9 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
Vibraphonist, composer, and educator Brandon Mitchell brings his rhythmically captivating and spaciously melodic sound to the Jazz@CAM stage. Performing with the Brandon Mitchell Quartet, he offers an evening rooted in jazz tradition and shaped by expressive improvisation, dynamic interplay, and an inventive approach to the vibraphone.
Originally from Washington, D.C., and now based in North Carolina, Mitchell performs primarily as a vibraphonist and bandleader, as well as a drummer and sideman. He released his debut solo album, Black Guardian, in 2020, followed by On Brand in 2025. He is endorsed by Marimba One and is an educator affiliate of 2112 Percussion in Raleigh.
Mitchell has performed throughout the United States and abroad, including appearances at the Jazzit Festival and Teatro Piccolo in Italy, the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival, the John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival, and the Ocean City Jazz Festival. He has performed alongside acclaimed musicians including Branford Marsalis, Joey Calderazzo, Jon Metzger, John Fedchock, and Jeff “Tain” Watts.
Mitchell earned a Master of Arts in Jazz Studies from North Carolina Central University and a Bachelor of Arts in Percussion Performance from Elon University. His work as an educator includes university teaching, private instruction, jazz clinics, community outreach, and programs introducing younger generations to jazz history and performance.
Experience the Brandon Mitchell Quartet for an evening of vibrant musicianship, compelling rhythms, and contemporary jazz expression.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Jazz at CAM: Matt Booth Quartet
2027-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: Matt Booth
Thursday, March 4
7–9 PM
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
Bassist, composer, and educator Matt Booth brings his versatile musicianship and adventurous approach to jazz to the Jazz@CAM stage. Joined by his quartet, Booth will present an evening of expressive improvisation, original compositions, and dynamic ensemble playing.
Based in Durham, North Carolina, Booth has spent more than 17 years performing across a wide range of musical styles. His career has taken him from his former home of New Orleans to stages around the world, developing a sound informed by jazz, rhythm and blues, funk, and the rich musical traditions of the Crescent City.
His latest album, Sun Prints, introduces a new quintet project. Booth has also released numerous recordings as co-leader of the piano trio Extended, the quartet Palindromes, and the guitar trio Some Antics.
Booth has appeared at festivals including the Ottawa Jazz Festival, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, South by Southwest, and Burlington Jazz Festival. He has been nominated by OffBeat Magazine, twice, for Best Bass Player.
For eight years, Booth toured with celebrated New Orleans organist and pianist John “Papa” Gros. He has also performed with artists including Aurora Nealand, Anders Osborne, Cyrille Aimée, Johnny Vidacovich, Leo Nocentelli, Sean Jones, Morgan James, Jane Monheit, John Sinclair, and Big Chief Monk Boudreaux.
Experience the Matt Booth Quartet for an evening shaped by inventive compositions, rhythmic energy, and the collaborative spirit of jazz.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Jazz at CAM: James Fernando Trio
2027-04-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Jazz@CAM: James Fernando Trio
Thursday, April 1
7–9 PM
CAM Members: $40
Not-Yet Members: $60
Students: $15
The James Fernando Trio brings its dynamic blend of technical mastery, playful improvisation, and deep musical chemistry to the Jazz@CAM stage. Based in Philadelphia, the trio presents fresh interpretations of jazz standards alongside original compositions rooted in tradition and shaped by a contemporary perspective.
Formed in 2023, the trio came together after pianist and composer James Fernando received a call to assemble a group for a Kennedy Center performance with only three days’ notice. The musicians met onstage for the first time that day and quickly discovered a powerful connection. Since then, the trio has performed at leading venues and universities across the country and released its debut album, Philly 3, in 2026.
The group’s music draws inspiration from jazz greats including Duke Ellington, Oscar Peterson, and Thelonious Monk. Through inventive arrangements, captivating rhythms, and spontaneous interplay, the trio brings the jazz tradition into the present with performances that are vibrant, accessible, and full of personality.
Fernando is a Philadelphia-based pianist and composer whose work blends jazz, classical, and electronic influences. A 2026 Gilmore Festival Fellow, he has received recognition from DownBeat Magazine and the National YoungArts Foundation and earned first prize at the West Virginia International Piano Competition. He graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music and has performed internationally with artists including Tom Paxton, Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer, Victor Provost, and Chris Cheek.
Experience the James Fernando Trio for an evening of dazzling musicianship, joyful collaboration, and bold contemporary jazz.
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Jazz at CAM is funded in part by the generosity of these individuals:
Mr. M. Ricardo McCrimmon
Nancie and James Kennedy
Dr. William Malloy and Ms. Maxine Terry
Dr. Acquenetta Wheeler
and

Music At CAM: Les Fontanelles
2027-06-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
Music@CAM: Les Fontanelles
Sunday, June 13
2–4 PM
Reception Hall
CAM Members: $20
Not-Yet Members: $25
Students: $15
Wilmington folk group Les Fontanelles brings its harmony-driven sound and distinctly coastal point of view to Music@CAM.
Presented in connection with With A Southern Accent: Sporting Art and Fine Art of Eastern North Carolina, this concert celebrates the music, stories, and sense of place that shape the region. With deep roots along the North Carolina coast, Les Fontanelles blends sweetness, grit, humor, and heart into songs that feel both familiar and entirely their own.
The band draws inspiration from artists including Townes Van Zandt, Dire Straits, The Byrds, Blaze Foley, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Mazzy Star, and Magnolia Electric Co. Their music reflects a belief that life may be filled with heartache, but laughter and love are what make the journey beautiful.
Equal parts front-porch gathering and late-night storytelling, a Les Fontanelles performance moves easily between tenderness, wit, and a little mischief. Be prepared to cry, cackle, and blush before the afternoon is over.
The five-piece group features members of Wilmington bands No Dollar $hoes, Masonboro Sound, and The Barnraisers, including Carson Jewell, Jesse Jewell, Richard Welsh, Shane Lippard, and Tiff Reece Jewell.
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