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 Society is a nonprofit, member-supported organization.
We invite you to discover us today!
Special presentation!
Whispers of the Long Departed
presented by Eddie Ellis
August 12
Lunch & Learn series returns!
New Bern on the Move
presented by Curator Jim Hodges
September 15
New Bern's beloved
fall family tradition
Ghostwalk!
October 28-30
Visit New Bern Battlefield Park
Site of the 1862 Battle of New Bern
Take the History Walk!
Virtual Programs
Watch our most popular programs
online and free of charge!
COVID-19 Update
The New Bern Historical Society is open for business 10am - 4pm, Monday - Thursday and 10am - 4pm on Friday. more . . .
We thank our generous sponsors & business partners
Jim Hodges, Curator
New Bern Historical Society
Zaytoun Law Firm &
Charles K. McCotter, Jr
Attorney at Law
A Loyal Friend, Maggie Bagg ~ Paul & Lois Switzer ~ Andrew Mylander, D.M.D., P.L.L.C.