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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, 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!

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Rescheduled to MAY 20!

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This Month in New Bern History

  • This Month in New Bern, May 2018
    In 1893, a local Pharmacist invented a drink named Pepsi Cola and started a company which by 1915 had $1 million in assets. However, on May 31, 1923, his company officially declared bankruptcy. Who was he and what happened?

    Caleb Bradham grew up in Chinquapin, North Carolina, and graduated from UNC at Chapel Hill. He dropped out of medical school at … Read more

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When visiting New Bern, or doing research, you might want to visit these other historical sites and resources. For more information please click here.

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