Join us on a tour of the Governor’s Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Governor’s Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations, designing tips and the pieces’ theming for […]

Join us online or in person at a drive-through Giving Tuesday event at Union Point Park November 30, 10 AM - 1 PM. This year's focus is on our Palace Scholars program which provides field trip grants to North Carolina’s Title I schools whose classrooms often face a cost barrier preventing them from the benefit […]

Tryon Palace historic clothing interpreter Leslie Lambrecht will lead a tour of the historic Jones House with a brief description of the house and then through the Tryon Palace Costume Shop on the first floor of the house. The costumer will discuss historical clothing research, the sewing techniques used in the past, and current projects […]

Join us on a tour of the Governor’s Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Governor’s Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations, designing tips and the pieces’ theming for […]

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 and enslaved, who cooked the food, cared for the horses, emptied the chamber pots, and anything else that was required to make a life of […]

Tour Dates Set....Times to be determined Tickets go on sale November 26, 2021

Join us on a tour of Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses focused on the decorations and traditions of Christmas past. Matt Arthur, Tryon Palace Living History Coordinator, and Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses, describing holiday traditions in […]

Join S and S Carriage Rides for a festive Christmas Light Tour in Downtown New Bern. *Private Rides - $60 (per group 4-6 people) *Trolley: $12 each for Adults & $6 for Children ++ Private rides only available on select dates - Dec 3, 10 & 17 Pick up/drop off across from Nautical Wheelers, corner […]

Downtown shops participate in this annual event to have their self-made live window displays for visitors and residents to stroll through the historic district and view. There will be a judging and trophy awarded to the winner! Folks Foundation took home in trophy in 2020, who you think will win this year?! Past Winners: 2020 […]

Chamber Music by Candlelight returns for the 2021 holiday season! This limited-seating event takes place in the Palace Council Chamber and boasts a superb acoustic experience.The Brierwood Ensemble (Christina Brier, harp; Linda Estep, violin; Clark Spencer, viola/violin; Helena Kopckick Spencer, bassoon) of Wilmington, NC, will perform a variety of Classical and holiday pieces. This event […]

Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

Sister Act Music By:  Alan Menken Lyrics by: Glenn Slater Book by: Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner        Additional Book Material:  Douglas Carter Beane  Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture "Sister Act" written by Joseph Howard

Tour Dates Set....Times to be determined Tickets go on sale November 26, 2021

Looking for the perfect way to have a delicious pancake breakfast before visiting Santa in Bear Plaza, taking in some shopping, and enjoying the many activities happening during the holiday season in beautiful, historic downtown New Bern? New Bern, North Carolina’s Colonial Capital, literally transforms into a wonderland the entire Christmas season. Streetlights and storefronts […]

Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

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The annual Downtown New Bern/Jaycees Christmas Parade! Marching Bands, themed floats, civic groups, and who knows - maybe even Santa Claus himself! Help us bring in the holiday season with style! This years theme will be "the scenes of Christmas" - so make sure your entry has some visual punch to show the spirit of […]

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Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

Sister Act Music By:  Alan Menken Lyrics by: Glenn Slater Book by: Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner        Additional Book Material:  Douglas Carter Beane  Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture "Sister Act" written by Joseph Howard

Join the Yuletide Celebratoin: Beautiful Decorations, House Tours, Free Refreshments, Carols, and more! Take a peek inside New Bern's Bed & Breakfasts: Meadows Inn, Hanna House & Benjamin Ellis House

Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

Sister Act Music By:  Alan Menken Lyrics by: Glenn Slater Book by: Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner        Additional Book Material:  Douglas Carter Beane  Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture "Sister Act" written by Joseph Howard