November 2020
Behind the Scenes: Gardens
Tryon Palace Greenhouse and Gardens Manager, Hadley Cheris will meet guests at the Waystation to discover what is popping up in the 16 acres of Tryon Palace Gardens. (Tour cancelled only in the event of thunder and lightning.) Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Location: Tour begins at the Waystation Event Price $6 adults, $3 youth, Free for Foundation Members Contact Email: info@tryonpalace.org Contact Phone: 252-639-3500
Find out more »Behind the Scenes: Costume Shop
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 for upcoming events. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs.
Find out more »Behind the Scenes: Museum Technology
Rob Jones, Tryon Palace Multi-Media Coordinator, will take visitors on a tour inside the technology that operates the interactive exhibits inside the North Carolina History Center. Get an in-depth look into making history come alive and learn how Tryon Palace combines modern technology with meeting educational goals inside the Pepsi Family Center and Regional History Museum. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs.
Find out more »Discovering Tryon Palace: The Spark of the Rebellion
As Royal Governor Tryon, his family and servants settled into the new completed government house in New Bern, North Carolina in June 1770, there were whispers of rebellion in the colony. Discover the facts versus the fictions of the North Carolina Regulator Movement. Jamie and Claire Fraserâs version of the events which occurred in this colony during 1770 â 1771 have been presented. Tryon Palace invites you to hear the Crownâs side of the story. The royal perspective of the…
Find out more »Behind the Scenes: Conservation Lab
Learn about the conservation work that is done to the artifacts on exhibit in the Governorâs Palace, North Carolina History Center and our historic house museums around Tryon Palace with Behind-the-Scenes tours of the Tryon Palace Conservation Lab.
Find out more »Discovering Tryon Palace: Holiday Decor
Join us on a tour of the Governor's Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming "Holiday Cheer" 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 piecesâ theming for this yearâs holiday decor. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tickets do not…
Find out more »December 2020
Behind the Scenes: Costume Shop
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 for upcoming events. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs.
Find out more »Discovering Tryon Palace: Holiday Decor
Join us on a tour of the Governor's Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming "Holiday Cheer" 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 piecesâ theming for this yearâs holiday decor. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tickets do not…
Find out more »Behind the Scenes: Museum Technology
Rob Jones, Tryon Palace Multi-Media Coordinator, will take visitors on a tour inside the technology that operates the interactive exhibits inside the North Carolina History Center. Get an in-depth look into making history come alive and learn how Tryon Palace combines modern technology with meeting educational goals inside the Pepsi Family Center and Regional History Museum. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs.
Find out more »Discovering Tryon Palace: Holiday Decor
Join us on a tour of the Governor's Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming "Holiday Cheer" 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 piecesâ theming for this yearâs holiday decor. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tickets do not…
Find out more »Holiday Cheer at Tryon Palace
This famed North Carolina tradition returns to Tryon Palace in 2020 Saturdays, Dec. 12 & 19, 4:30-9:30 p.m. Join us for a festive holiday gathering, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the construction of Tryon Palace, the Stateâs first permanant capitol building. The evening will include performances by the Fife and Drum Corp. and Jonkonnu, an 18th century military encampment, and traditional circus performers.  Full Ticket option will also include a walk- through of the Palace first floor, decorated with lavish greenery…
Find out more »Behind the Scenes: Conservation Lab
Learn about the conservation work that is done to the artifacts on exhibit in the Governorâs Palace, North Carolina History Center and our historic house museums around Tryon Palace with Behind-the-Scenes tours of the Tryon Palace Conservation Lab.
Find out more »Discovering Tryon Palace: Holiday Decor
Join us on a tour of the Governor's Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming "Holiday Cheer" 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 piecesâ theming for this yearâs holiday decor. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tickets do not…
Find out more »Holiday Cheer at Tryon Palace
This famed North Carolina tradition returns to Tryon Palace in 2020 Saturdays, Dec. 12 & 19, 4:30-9:30 p.m. Join us for a festive holiday gathering, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the construction of Tryon Palace, the Stateâs first permanant capitol building. The evening will include performances by the Fife and Drum Corp. and Jonkonnu, an 18th century military encampment, and traditional circus performers.  Full Ticket option will also include a walk- through of the Palace first floor, decorated with lavish greenery…
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