Once again a new Bern Historical Society presentation grabbed so much attention that it sold out weeks in advance. In order to bring the story to as many as possible, the Society has not only scheduled an encore presentation, but it will […]
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New Bern Historical Society’s February 16th Lunch & Learn program brings a collection of fascinating stories, recently re-discovered. Through the years, New Bern’s Black residents have answered America’s call to arms and served honorably in every conflict. Many of those veterans are buried
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The American Legion Post 539 is cleaning the graves located in Greenwood Cemetery. A bit of backstory: Greenwood is a historically black cemetery in New Bern. It is overrun with weeds and does not receive consistent (or any) care. Every year, flags
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