Tryon Palace

North Carolina history begins here

Tryon Palace is known for being North Carolina’s first permanent state capitol, but we’re remembered for capturing imaginations. Walk in the footsteps of colonial governors, stroll through more than 14 acres of beautifully-sculpted gardens, or travel back in time for an interactive experience that blends the 1830s with 21^st-century technologies.
At Tryon Palace, we believe history is more than a story … it’s an experience.

An Evening with Diana Gabaldon

Tryon Palace cordially invites you to "An Evening with Diana Gabaldon," writer of the bestselling "Outlander" series on April 26! Guests can join Diana Gabaldon for an Exclusive Cocktail Hour and dinner on the Tryon Palace South Lawn.

A Q&A with Diana Gabaldon

Join Diana Gabaldon on the South Lawn of Tryon Palace on April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to learn about her writing process, research, and how she chose to include Tryon Palace in her bestselling novels.

60th Anniversary of Tryon Palace

On April 8, 1959, Tryon Palace reopened its doors to the public as a state museum, sharing North Carolina’s colonial past with the nation. This year, Tryon Palace invites you to celebrate 60 years of education, preservation, and inspiration in North Carolina’s first state capitol. Throughout 2019,...