seahorses and mermaids

Unique, Strong, and Resilient
Dive into inspiration at the convention, where we will celebrate the strength and beauty of our community. Just like seahorses and mermaids, the Federation of The Blind, embodies, grace, adaptability, and resilience.

Seahorses navigate the fast ocean with determination while mermaids, symbolize mystery and boundless possibilities much like our journey to overcome barriers in our daily lives.

Come, connect, share and explore how our uniqueness will help shape the future of the Federation.

The NFB of NC convention will be held September 11–14 at the Courtyard oceanfront in Carolina Beach North Carolina located at 100 Charlotte St., Carolina Beach. Please pack your favorite beachwear and plan to enjoy the best convention yet. Be sure to register as soon as possible. More information will be coming out soon. To reserve your room, please call 888-616-4655 reference group code: NFBN to confirm their reservation. or go to the link below. Room rate is $149 plus tax per night and the deadline to reserve is August 11. No exceptions. There will be one parking space per sleeping room. No exceptions.

Click here to make your on line reservation. 

Event Summary:
 

National Federation of the Blind of NC
Start Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
End Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
•    Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront for $149.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Parking:
For registered guests staying overnight at the hotel, complimentary parking is provided for 1 (ONE) vehicle per sleeping room.  Guests in these reserved and paid sleeping rooms are considered registered guests. The front desk will provide a parking pass to be displayed in the guest’s vehicle at check-in.  The hotel has (144) guest rooms and (144) parking spaces so we are only able to provide complimentary parking for guests staying at the hotel. 
Unregistered guests attending functions are not allowed to utilize Hotel parking facilities. Additional paid parking is available in nearby Town of Carolina Beach and private parking lots at the guests’ own expense.  Parking prices range from $25-$35 in these lots which is less than the $40 tickets issued in our parking lot. Unfortunately, we are not able to deviate from this policy and any violations could result in ticketing or towing at the owner’s expense.

If you are paying with a check, please go ahead and fill out the form. Once you press enter on the submit button and the PayPal page opens, just close this page and your information will still be recorded. 

Checks made payable to NFB of NC should be mailed to 

5418 Fortunes Ridge Drive, Durham, NC  27713

Please call Sharon Weddington with any questions. 

Phone number )704) 302-7308

Click here to register for the NFB of NC State Convention!