Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park

A Field of Kinetic Folk Art

This webcam looks out over the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in downtown Wilson, home to the monumental wind-powered whirligigs that self-taught artist Vollis Simpson welded together over decades from scrap steel, reflectors, and machine parts. Each sculpture turns and shimmers with the slightest breeze.

An Open-Air Civic Space

The park doubles as a public gathering place, with landscaped lawns, walkways, and seating that draw residents and visitors to stroll among the spinning sculptures. The camera's elevated vantage takes in the whole plaza at once.

A Landmark of American Folk Art

Recognized as the official North Carolina State Folk Art, the restored whirligigs anchor a cultural district that has revitalized downtown Wilson. The stream offers a continuous look at one of the region's most distinctive outdoor attractions.