North Carolina History Center Archives

26 October

With Honor and Appreciation

Jackie B2023-10-31T17:00:03-04:00October 26th, 2023|Blog, Uncategorized|

New Bern has an amazing community of Veterans from all branches of service. We appreciate all that they have done for our country and our town. This Veterans Day, we have two special events to show our appreciation. The Inaugural Trail to Tryon in 2022 attracted walkers and runners from around the state and beyond. Race to the Finish Saturday, November 11 is the Second Annual Trail to Tryon, a foot race through New Bern’s historic downtown and riverfront. Participants have the choice of running or walking a 5K, 10K or half-marathon. In addition to the in-person events,

27 July

Get at It While It’s Hot

Jackie B2023-08-10T11:37:12-04:00July 27th, 2023|Blog, Uncategorized|

August is going to be another hot month in New Bern, and we are not just referring to the weather. Our hometown has a jam-packed calendar of events. Here are three, super-hot stand-outs to enjoy: Music All Around Three Footloose on the Neuse performances for the City of New Bern Parks and Recreation Department’s outdoor concert series are on tap for the month (and a day). On August 11, a tribute band to Fleetwood Mac, Landslide, is set to take the stage. On August 25, a tribute band of Chicago songs, Chicago Rewind, performs. The series kicks off Labor Day

28 June

Cool It Inside

Jackie B2023-07-11T10:37:13-04:00June 28th, 2023|Blog, Uncategorized|

July is one hot month in New Bern, and I am not just referring to the temperatures! If you are looking for activities offering enjoyment and air conditioning, here are three hot performances that are really cool. We have three wonderful opportunities to enjoy the creative arts in July. Again and Again The Teen Players production of “Rehearsals” is a must-see, tour-de-force comedy. Set in a small town, a community theatre is preparing a production of Oscar Wilde's "An Ideal Husband." But with a tiny budget, forgotten lines and overall chaos, a miracle will be necessary for the

21 February

Try on Tryon Palace

Jackie B2022-02-21T16:05:37-05:00February 21st, 2022|Blog, Uncategorized|

While Tryon Palace has special activities throughout the year, March is a beautiful time to enjoy the palace and gardens. The weather is cool, the days are sunny and the flowers are blooming. Here are three special events to "march" to this month. The Other Set of Stairs When you think of the residents of Tryon Palace in historical times, you likely think of Governors and their families who called the building home. But that is only one side of the story. Every Thursday in March at 10:30 a.m., you can tour the palace, stables and kitchen to learn about the

9 July

The Perfect History Lesson

Jackie B2018-07-09T23:39:48-04:00July 9th, 2018|Blog, Uncategorized|

New Bern is known for many things, whether that is for the themed bears, the scenic waterfront or the memorable downtown. Perhaps it is most famously known for being the site of the first state capitol building, Tryon Palace. While I have toured the awe-inspiring palace and grounds, I recently discovered the North Carolina History Center, located adjacently to Tryon Palace. The center is a magnificent museum-like place showcasing the history of the local area. Considering all my visits to New Bern, I thought I knew more than the average person about the area's history. As I walked through the exhibits,