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!
New Bern's beloved
fall family tradition
Ghostwalk!
October 28-30
Gentle on my Mind
Historical & Humorous Stories About Coastal Carolina
Presented by Rodney Kemp
November 14
New Member Welcome & Orientation
Meet your fellow members &
learn all about the Society
November 9
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 - 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.