The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater is a beautifully-restored treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places that offers visitors a unique and visually stunning experience. The theater is located at 315 North Chestnut Street in the heart of downtown Lumberton. First opened in 1928 as a vaudeville and silent film house, the theater offers a wide array of programming including live touring performances, original productions, art exhibits, films, special events and rentals.

“Al: My Brother” Documentary Film

Documentary Film Premiere of “Al: My Brother” 7pm Thursday March 7 "AL: MY BROTHER" is the true story of white civil rights activist/attorney Alan McSurely, and his over 50-year battle against racism and white supremacy. At age 82 today, McSurely has worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Stokely Carmichael and Floyd McKissick, among other civil […]

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Wilmington on Fire Documentary Film

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

As part of the theater's "Films That Matter" Series, a screening of the powerful film "Wilmington on Fire." Wilmington on Fire (synopsis): Rosewood has long been infamous, but Wilmington came first and was even more devastating in its effects. In 1898, Wilmington was North Carolina's largest city, with a majority black population, a thriving black middle class, and a biracial Republican-Populist […]

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