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

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February Lunch & Learn

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February Lunch & Learn

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This Month in New Bern History

This Month in New Bern History – July 2023

By NBHS | July 12, 2023

A Grand House Finds A Home by Claudia Houston, Historian, New Bern Historical Society The Historical Society’s 100th Anniversary celebration continues and with it […]

This Month in New Bern History – June 2023

By NBHS | June 4, 2023

Recollections of My Slavery Days by Claudia Houston, Historian, New Bern Historical Society “I have lived through the greatest epoch in history, having been […]

This Month in New Bern History – May 2023

By NBHS | May 4, 2023

Another New Bern History Mystery by Claudia Houston, Historian, New Bern Historical Society During the Civil War, women were not allowed to enlist in […]

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