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!
Upcoming Events & Programs
How did we get here from there?
What's in your closet?
March Lunch & Learn
Living History for the Entire Family
April Lunch & Learn
Let Us Serve You!
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. New Bern Civic Theatre RiverTowne Players
Robert Chiles Engineering Shannon Corr, NC STA Contracting
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