Learn about the conservation work that is done to the artifacts on exhibit in the Governor’s Palace, North Carolina History Center and our historic house museums around Tryon Palace with Behind-the-Scenes tours of the Tryon Palace Conservation Lab. Observe the techniques and tools the conservation staff uses to preserve items from the past to be […]

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 […]

Come out and hear some great live music on the deck!

The Untold History of Southern Craven County Award-winning journalist, author, and historical sleuth Eddie Ellis will both entertain and educate us with the previously undisclosed story of southern Craven County dating from before the 1710 founding of New Bern. The gifted storyteller, author of New Bern History 101, will share the highlights of his new book Whispers […]

Join downtown businesses and restaurants for opening receptions, demonstrations, special events, and much more!  

Free family event: Learn about engineering, weather, aerodynamics and much more. There will be interactive STEM activities, door prizes, giveaways and we will be showing "How to Train Your Dragon, The Hidden World" on the Giant Screen at 7pm! Bring your chairs or blankets. Concessions will be available for a nominal price.  

The concerts will be held at Union Point Park. All concerts start at 6:30pm. We have a great line-up of musical entertainment scheduled.      

Join author Eddie Ellis, native New Bernian and historian, researcher, and speaker, for two evening lectures of revealing dialogue covering chapters from his new book, Whispers of the Long Departed.  Born in New Bern in 1950, Edward Barnes Ellis, Jr. began researching the history of Havelock and southern Craven County in his early teens and was named […]

Yep TOMMY is back…… Come one come all to hear him y’all!

Rated PG-13 August 13, 14, 20, 21 at 7:30 pm August 15, 22 at 2 pm Tickets (NOT including Sales Tax or Online Service Fee): • Orchestra Seats — Advance: $20, Door: $22, Students & Active Duty Military: $12 • Balcony Seats — Advance: $19, Door: $21, Students & Active Duty Military: $10 Tickets can […]

Come out and hear some great live music!

Bridge Atlantic returns to Tap That Craft Beer & Wine Bar! Our last trip there was an absolute BLAST! Let's pack the place out again!

Come out and hear some of your favorite live music!

Join us for fun day of pottery, craftsmanship, and more! Due to the effects of COVID-19, Craven Arts Council & Gallery was not able to host the 2020 or 2021 Eastern Carolina Pottery Festival. While we plan to resume the full festival in 2022, Craven Arts Council and Gallery is offering this opportunity for potters […]

Ryan Cain will be on our patio August 14th at 6pm! Come sit outside and enjoy the show!

The Garage in New Bern PRESENTS A Local Music Showcase Part 2 FEATURING... ------------------------------------------- SOLACE BETRAYAL BRIDGE TO BREAKDOWN TO BEGIN ANEW DEATH OF URIAH -------------------------------------------- NO COVER! Doors at NOON, show starts at 6:30! Come thirsty, The Garage has the COLDEST drinks around! Also, a food truck will be ON SCENE so be prepared […]

The party is at Freshwater Beer Company Saturday night!! Come hang with us and have a pint!

Rated PG-13 August 13, 14, 20, 21 at 7:30 pm August 15, 22 at 2 pm Tickets (NOT including Sales Tax or Online Service Fee): • Orchestra Seats — Advance: $20, Door: $22, Students & Active Duty Military: $12 • Balcony Seats — Advance: $19, Door: $21, Students & Active Duty Military: $10 Tickets can […]

Come out and hear Bi-Polar Express doing some great rock n roll!

Our house DJ will be playing your favorites every Saturday in August! August 14th he will be playing immediately after our Comedy Show! August 21st he will be playing immediately after our Dangerous Prodigies Show! August 28th he will be playing immediately after our Magic Show!

Our stand up comedy night is back! Join us at 8pm for four comics that will have you laughing the night away! This show is Rated R!

Presented by Captain Ratty's--the legendary country music artist Travis Tritt will be live in concert in New Bern, NC. Few country music stars rival his talent and hits. His classic country music style mixed with a rock and roll flare, have made him a go to on many playlists. Join us at the beautiful Maola […]

Come out on the deck and hear some great live blues!