Education & Training
Arts Council of Wilson
124 Nash Street SW
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 291-4329
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Wilson County by providing cultural leader ship and opportunities in the arts. Please visit us at: http://www.wilsonarts.com/.
Barton College
PO Box 5000,Wilson, NC 27893
(800) 345-4973
A four-year, private, Liberal Arts College, providing students with a strong academic focus and opportunities for leadership development, Barton unites its smaller size with an intentional application of collaborative learning in every aspect of the students ‘college experience. Visit us at: www.barton.edu.
Chamber of Commerce
200 Nash Street NE
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 237-0165
Our role is to represent and advocate business interest, promote economic growth, provide leadership in community affairs, enhance the quality of life for the people of Wilson County and provide services and programs for its members. Please visit us at: http://business.wilsonncchamber.com.
Community Christian School
5160 Packhouse Road
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 399-1376
The philosophy of education is based on a God-centered view of truth and man as presented in the Bible. We offer daycare for children 6 weeks and older and educate children from pre-school through 12th grade, providing them with a Christ-centered, loving, and encouraging environment. Visit us at: http://ccs-cyclones.com/.
Communities in Schools
113 East Nash St, Suite 317
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 265-8336
We seek to establish partnerships throughout the community to provide support and a commitment to the children of Wilson County schools. Visit us at: http://www.wilson.communitiesinschools.org.
Diversified Opportunities, Inc.
1010 Herring Avenue
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 291-0378
Mon – Fri 8AM to 4PM
Provides vocational evaluation, training and job placement for individuals age sixteen and over with disabilities or disadvantaged circumstances so that they might secure an optimal earned income and enhance their independence in the community. Programs include: Adult Basic Literacy, Adult Development Vocational Program, Vocational Evaluation, Work Adjustment, Supported Employment, Long-Term Vocational Support, Job Development and Job Coaching. Please visit us at: http://www.diversifiedopportunitiesinc.com/.
Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf
1311 US Hwy 301 S
Wilson, NC 27893-6621
(252) 237-2450
Provides individualized comprehensive educational, vocational, and residential programs for deaf, hard-of-hearing and deafblind students leading to productive, independent and successful lives. Seeks to provide high-quality educational services for our students in order to challenge them to achieve at their maximum potential. Visit us at: www.encsd.net.
Financial Social Work
(252) 293-4326
We promote financial responsibility to low-to-moderate income working families through financial coaching and counseling, addressing behaviors about budgeting money, and offering services to empower people to Take Control of Their Money to Gain Control of Their Lives.
Greenfield School
3351 NC Hwy 42
Wilson, NC 27983
(252) 237-8046
Greenfield School is a non-sectarian, independent day school located in beautiful Wilson, North Carolina, serving grades PS2 through grade twelve, whose sole mission is to promote development of the total student.
Imagination Station Science and History Museum
224 E Nash Street
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 291-5113
(252) 291-2968
Mon – Sat: 9AM to 5PM
Imagination Station Science & History Museum exists to stimulate an interest in science, technology, and history while improving the quality of informal science education through dynamic hands-on science learning. Through outreach, interactive programs and exhibits, Imagination Station is committed to serving as a major educational resource center for eastern North Carolina families, school systems, educators, and students. Imagination Station seeks to enable people of all ages to discover the impacts and future of science and technology on their daily lives. Visit us at: http://scienceandhistory.org/.
MERCY Business Training & Development Center
504 East Green Street
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 243-4855
Attractive, Affordable Office Space Conveniently Located Near Downtown Wilson. Join a variety of professional and service businesses and nonprofit organizations in an attractive, affordable, and historic setting as you grow your business. The MERCY center offers: Attractive office space to meet your needs, affordable lease terms, excellent location, and great amenities. Visit us at: www.wciainc.org
NC Baseball Museum Fleming Stadium
300 Stadium Street Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 296-3048
Open Year-Round Thurs – Sat: 10AM to 4PM -andSun: 1PM to 5PM
Located at Historic Fleming Stadium, the North Carolina Baseball Museum has over 3328 square feet and showcases memorabilia of many aspects from across North Carolina. Memorabilia is from ball players that are native North Carolinians, and the museum is highlighted by showcases of the seven Hall of Fame inductees in Cooperstown from North Carolina. The museum features a “Walk of Fame”, a collection of bricks to show memory, honor and recognition to players, fans, and their families.
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum
1202 Nash Street Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 296-3056
Tues – Sat: 9AM to 4PM
A museum featuring the artifacts that depict the culture and contributions of African Americans to the history and development of Wilson. The house was built in 1946 by Freeman who was a noted local black stone mason. He built the Freeman residence and other houses to help alleviate the housing shortage for GI’s returning from war. Freeman built a round house that is said to be made of stone. The house is actually built of a variety of materials including bottles, tree saplings, and string.
Railroad Modelers Train The Antique Barn
2810 Forest Hills Blvd Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 237-6778
Saturdays: 10AM to 4PM
The Wilson Area Railroad Modelers Train is located on the 2nd floor of the Antique Barn & Train Shop. The train operates over a double-track main line that extends 7-scale miles long and traverses 65 modules, each individually owned and detailed by club members. In addition to spectacular scenic features such as mountains, bridges and trestles, there are two main yards and one staging yard with a total capacity of 2,000 cars. The track consists of a capacity of 60 engines.
Sallie B. Howard School
1004 Herring Ave E
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 293-4150
Sallie B. Howard School for the Arts & Education is a free, independent, public charter school that serves over 800 students in grades K-8. Our mission is to provide every child the kind of education that nurtures students’ gifts, talents, and potential to become more than they ever thought they would be. We prepare students for careers in the performing arts, science and humanities.
W.E. Garnett Christian Academy
4747 Lake Wilson Rd
Elm City, NC 27822
(252) 237-8668
A ministry of the Pentecostal Lighthouse and is dedicated not only to educating students K-12 but training them in the principles of leadership, excellence, and Christian values. We are committed to providing a strong educational foundation preparing each student for college. The administration of GCA believes that each student must be a life-long learner. We believe that with God each student will achieve its highest goals. Visit us at: www.plhc.org/education.html .
Wilson Christian Academy
1820 Airport Blvd
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 237-8064
Committed to providing children from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade a truly Christ-centered collegepreparatory education based upon Biblical principles and Christian values. In addition, we assist parents in encouraging academic excellence, spiritual growth and a lifelong desire for learning and leading and thus equip each child to make a difference in the changing world. Visit us at: www.wilsonchristian.com. Wilson
Wilson Community College
PO Box 4305
902 Herring Avenue
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 291-1195
A comprehensive community college and proud member of the NC Community College System. The College has an Open Door Policy, which means that students are assisted in selecting programs that serve their needs and objectives in life, consistent with their background, aptitudes and expressed interests. Some programs have additional admissions requirements. Visit us at: www.wilsoncc.edu.
Wilson County Public Library
249 Nash Street W
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 237-5355
To provide print and non-print materials of an educational and recreational nature, varied, and wide-ranging information services, and related programs and services to the people of Wilson County. The Library cooperated with other institutions and participates actively in appropriate community affairs to utilize and enhance cultural, educational, and recreational resources. For a library at your fingertips, visit NCLIVE and use your WCPL library card to keep hundreds of newspapers, magazines, and other reference materials (available 24hrs 7- days/week).
Wilson County Schools
117 N Tarboro Street
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 399-7700
Wilson County Schools is a place where students participate in an educational environment in which they are engaged and empowered in their learning and graduate as responsible citizens prepared to compete in the global economy. Collectively, students, educators and community members commit to becoming lifelong learners and ensuring students are prepared for success and equipped with the skills to pursue their dreams.
Wilson Early College Academy
902 Herring Ave E
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 246-1418
Offers accelerated academics in both high school and college courses in small, learner-centered classes with equal access to highly challenging course work and innovative learning experiences that build upon students’ passions and interests while being afforded unique support to demonstrate genuine concern for the whole person. Academic, emotional & social interventions will build integrity, self-confidence and character helping ensure their ability to graduate and become productive citizens. Visit us at: http://wilsonearlycollegeacademy.nc.
Wilson Education Partnership
200 Nash Street NE
Wilson, NC 27893
(252) 399-7726
Made up of business leaders who work hand-in-hand with educators to provide supplemental financial support, advocacy, leadership and professional expertise that benefits students and staff in Wilson County’s public schools. The Wilson Education Partnership is a community-based, non-profit organization established to coordinate, encourage and assist educational functions to benefit the students and staff in Wilson County’s public schools. Serving as an affiliate of both Wilson County Schools and the Wilson Chamber of Commerce, the Partnership links education with our community’s businesses, industries, organizations and individuals. Visit us at: www.wilsonedpartnership.com.
Wilson Preparatory Academy
2755 Tilghman Road
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 245-4888
Providing every student with a quality and relevant education that will prepare them to progress in a rapidly evolving global society. An integrated and comprehensive curriculum is tailored to every student regardless of background, learning style, career or college pathway. Visit us at: www.wilsonpreparatoryacademy.org.
Work First Family Assistance
(252) 206 -4000
This program simulates employment and is a “Work for Benefits” program. It is designed to offer supportive services to assist families with obtaining and maintaining employment. A temporary financial assistance program is available for families experiencing a temporary break in employment due to an unforeseen circumstance. Programs such as Short -term Cash Assistance and Social Work Support Services are also available for unemployed families or relatives caring for minor family members of children under age 18. Visit: Please visit us at: www.wilsoncountydss.org .