New Bern National Cemetery

Honoring our Nation’s Fallen on Memorial Day

On this solemn day of remembrance, we hope that you will take time to honor our Nations fallen men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. After serving as a Navy Hospital Corpsman, I’ve seen the light leave the […]
Through The Lens - Artist Rowan

June Artwalk

ArtWalks to resume in June Craven Arts Council and Gallery is proud to announce the resumption of the monthly Downtown New Bern Artwalks starting in June, contingent on the Governor’s orders. Due to the effects of COVID-19 and the stay at home […]
Audra Style

Happy Moments during our Travels Around Town

The last couple of days have been rainy, but bright moments shined through! On Wednesday, we ventured Downtown. We saw friendly faces, admired beautiful artwork, and noticed welcoming open signs in shop windows. Although our time was limited, we saw Reporter Sharon […]
New Bern High School Artists

New Bern High School National Art Society Exhibition

New exhibition in the Director’s Gallery Highlights student work May 15 – June 30 Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to present the works of students in the National Art Honor Society in the Director’s Gallery for May and June. These […]
Grills Fund for Main Street Revitalization

Swiss Bear Receives Main Street Grant for e-Commerce Marketplace

New Bern, NC – Swiss Bear Inc. is happy to announce that it is the recipient of a $10,000 grant for innovative revitalization efforts to address the current and/or legacy impacts of COVID-19. Eight accredited Main Street America Programs were selected to receive […]
Past Photo from Memorial Day at New Bern National Cemetery

Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony

On Monday, May 25th, 2020 the Craven County Veterans’ Council in coordination with the Craven County Commissioners will conduct a Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at the front of the Craven County Court House. Regrettably, it cannot be open to the public. […]
NC Governor Announcement

As Key Indicators Remain Stable, North Carolina Moves to Safer At Home Phase 2

Phase 2, Safer At Home, begins Friday, May 22 at 5 pm Raleigh, NC – Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen today announced that North Carolina will move into Safer At Home […]