Communities across the state celebrate the holiday season with sparkling lights, vibrant displays, and festive events that bring joy to the world.
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Your Guide to New Bern
Situated between the Neuse and Trent rivers, New Bern’s history runs deep, from serving as our state’s first capital to a bustling port city and the birthplace of Pepsi. Today, this coastal city offers travelers a first-rate Southern destination.
Where Classic Meets Modern in New Bern
True to its name — new — this coastal town continuously showcases original ways to visit its riverside setting and discover the 300-years-worth of history still shaping it.
Colonial Capitals
Before our legislators began meeting in Raleigh, many cities and towns across the state served as seats of government.
Anchored by the Arts in New Bern
This vibrant and historic coastal city is filled with festivals and events that celebrate creativity.
The Family Affair Behind Mitchell Hardware
A man built a reputation for welcoming locals and tourists outside a 125-year-old Craven County general store. Now, his daughters carry on the tradition.
Discover the Black Artisans Who Shaped New Bern
Recovering the stories of the spinners, coopers, brickmasons, and tailors who paved the way for their own and others’ emancipation.
A Night Out in New Bern
Find out where to grab dinner, drinks, and dessert; enjoy live music or a show; and take an end-of-the-evening stroll in this historic coastal city.
All Aboard for History
Guides on New Bern’s Historic Trolley Tour show off the varied and elegant architecture of the city — while also introducing the real people behind the stories and legends.
