Wilmington 1898: America’s Only Successful Coup | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Discover the only successful coup in U.S. history with a free public screening of American Coup: Wilmington 1898—a gripping documentary about the 1898 overthrow of Wilmington’s government and the erasure of its thriving Black community. Join the post-screening panel featuring educator Guy Hill, student researcher Olivia Stanek, and founder Leigh Carter of the Wilmington 1898 Museum, as they explore how to teach this pivotal, often overlooked chapter in schools and museums. Hosted by Carolina K-12 and Carolina Public Humanities, this event is open to the public and offers a powerful…