Downtown Calendar

Discover 300 years of history, a thriving art scene, music and more! There’s always something fun to discover in New Bern, NC.

Through the Looking Glass: “A Journey with the Storytellers”

April 22, 2023 through January 8, 2024 The 100th Anniversary of the New Bern Historical Society brings the opportunity to share the myriad stories that make up the history of […]

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North Carolina History Center, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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Discover Tryon Palace: Life on the Lesser Stairs

The Palace often conjures images of the Governors and their families who called the building home. What often is missing from the picture, however, is the number of staff, free […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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Discover Tryon Palace: Life on the Lesser Stairs

The Palace often conjures images of the Governors and their families who called the building home. What often is missing from the picture, however, is the number of staff, free […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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Discover Tryon Palace: Life on the Lesser Stairs

The Palace often conjures images of the Governors and their families who called the building home. What often is missing from the picture, however, is the number of staff, free […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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Try-Yarn at the Palace | Fiber: Past, Present, and Future

Explore fibers from the past, present, and future at Tryon Palace. We will demonstrate the historical process of spinning and weaving, and show how raw, natural materials are made into […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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18th Century Apothecary Workshop with Dr. Charles Brett

Become an Apothecary Apprentice! If you found yourself ill or needing surgery in the 18th century, would you know what to do? Embrace your inner Claire Fraser on October 14 […]

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North Carolina History Center, New Bern, NC United States
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Discover Tryon Palace: Life on the Lesser Stairs

The Palace often conjures images of the Governors and their families who called the building home. What often is missing from the picture, however, is the number of staff, free […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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Ghostwalk

Now in its 33rd year, Ghostwalk is a family-friendly fall event that combines spirits from New Bern's past, talented local volunteer actors, historic sites, and a fun-filled, creative environment. Each […]

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Downtown New Bern, New Bern, NC 28560 United States
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Ghostwalk

Now in its 33rd year, Ghostwalk is a family-friendly fall event that combines spirits from New Bern's past, talented local volunteer actors, historic sites, and a fun-filled, creative environment. Each […]

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Downtown New Bern, New Bern, NC 28560 United States
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Outlander at Tryon Palace: The Spark of Rebellion

From the grounds of the first permanent capital of the colony in New Bern, explore the time-travelling stories from the Outlander books and cable series. In the 2022 Outlander morning […]

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Tryon Palace, 529 S Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562 United States
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