Learn about 300+ years of history in New Bern, North Carolina!
During its recent meeting of the Board of Directors at St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church, the African American Heritage & Culture Center (AAHC) leadership elected new Directors and its 2023 Officers to the Board of Directors. Elected to the Board of Directors for […]
African American Heritage & Culture Center Elects Directors and 2023 Officers Read More »
During Black History Month, we recognize the many contributions that African Americans, past and present, have made to North Carolina’s history and culture and continue to make. In celebration, Tryon Palace presents Colored Silk: A Mother’s Civil War Odyssey at the North
In an era when women didn’t have the freedom to open a checking account or apply for credit, a group of dynamic women undertook an ambitious project: the removal of the 200-block of George Street, relocation of a major highway, and the
The Dreamers – The Doers! Special Women’s History Month Luncheon Read More »
The New Bern Historical Society has established the deadline for the combined Harriet Marks Scholarship and the John R. and Alice Land Taylor Scholarship as March 24, 2023. Scholarship applications are available on the New Bern Historical Society website and on New
Joint Scholarships Available for New Bern High School Seniors Read More »
The New Bern Historical Society will turn 100 years old this year and they plan to spend the year in celebration. From special twists on popular events, to nationally known speakers, to a commemorative exhibit in the North Carolina History Center, 2023
Historical Society Celebrates 100 Years — Brings a Year-Long Celebration Read More »
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We are looking forward to what will unfold in 2023 especially as we will be continuing the work, we have begun on the Z Smith Reynolds Inclusive Art Initiative. This program is designed to use permanent, public art to share stories of
Second Forum for Inclusive Art Project: Crafting Lives Read More »
A new event at the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort will give parents the freedom to enjoy a long-time cookoff while their children are kept engaged and supervised right across the street. Museum Under the Stars debuts Jan. 20 from 5:30
Maritime Museum Debuts New Evening Children’s Program Read More »
Thanks to a new fund drive called Best Seat in the House, Richard and Lu Hoff’s love for the New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) will soon be forever remembered with a tributary plaque affixed to a house seat in the community theatre
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The question has been asked many times over the years – did Black soldiers fight at the Battle of New Bern on March 14, 1862? How could they if the formation of the US Colored Troops did not take place until 1863?
Lunch and Learn: Forgotten Black Soldiers at the Battle of New Bern Read More »