300 Years of History When a city reaches the ripe ole age of 300, historic markers line the streets and culture abounds. There’s much to learn about this lazy coastal town, so let’s get started. Civil War Battlefield (252) 638-8558 | Visit Website Birthplace of Pepsi (252) 636-5898 | Visit Website African American Heritage Tours& History Architecture Historic Cemeteries Historic District New Bern Fireman’s Museum (252) 636-4087 | Visit Website Tryon Palace (800) 767-1560 | Visit Website