Eden Mills
Eden Mills is an independent artist and assistant for Pender County Tourism, combining creativity with community engagement. Through her business, Art of Eden, she creates paintings, jewelry, and murals, drawing inspiration from historic towns, vintage decor, and the outdoors. Eden also enjoys connecting with others through art and tourism.
A Burgaw native, Eden’s community shaped her artistic journey. After graduating from Heide Trask High School, she earned an associate degree in fine arts from Cape Fear Community College. Since 2018, she has worked out of her studio above Burgaw Antiqueplace, creating art and preparing for projects. As a Pender Arts Council board member, she promotes the arts locally.
In 2021, Eden and her family renovated a historic home in downtown Burgaw, embracing small-town life. Her work in tourism reflects her love of Southeastern North Carolina, which she shares through her creative and professional endeavors.