We Bring History to Life!
We love New Bern and its amazing history. Since 1923, we have been celebrating and promoting New Bern's rich heritage through events and education. The Historical Society offices are located in the lovingly restored Attmore-Oliver House, c. 1790-1834, in New Bern’s historic district. We also own and steward 30+ acres of the Battle of New Bern’s Civil War battlefield, where you can walk in the footsteps of those who fought there and read their stories.
The Society is a nonprofit, member-supported organization, with no state or local government funding. Our work to honor and share New Bern's past depends on membership dues and contributions from people like you. To our members, we say thank you. And, to all others who cherish New Bern's history, we invite you to discover us today!
Upcoming Events & Programs
Florence didn't scare away our historical spirits! Ghostwalk tickets on sale now!
We thank our 2018 Ghostwalk sponsors!
Title Co-Sponsor
Title Co-Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Jim Hodges, Curator
New Bern Historical Society
Media Sponsor
Media Title Sponsor
Media Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Andrew Mylander, D.M.D., P.L.L.C. New Bern Civic Theatre RiverTowne Players Robert Chiles Engineering
Trader Construction Company Zaytoun Law Firm & Charles K. McCotter, Attorney at Law
Silver Sponsors
BB&T Creekside Cabinets Galley Stores Ghosts of New Bern Walking Tours Gregory Poole Marine Harmony House Inn Kelvin Kestner Melvin Kestner Mitchell Hardware Poor Charlie's Flea Market & Antiques Soo's Chocolate & Bakery The Chelsea Restaurant
