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.

Lanterns on the Lawn: A Family Campout at Tryon Palace

Bring the family and your camping gear for a night under the stars at our Fall 2019 Spring Lanterns on the Lawn: A Family Campout, September 21 and 22, on the Tryon Palace South Lawn to benefit the Tryon Palace Foundation.

Year of the Woman

The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage. From July 2019 to June 2020, Tryon Palace will highlight programming with a focus on the achievements, struggles, and history of women. This campaign focuses on North Carolina women past and present who have achieved amazing things in...

Fall Heritage Plant Sale

Want to take home some of that fall blooming splendor? The Fall Heritage Plant Sale will be held Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11-12, on the Daves House Lawn just inside the Palace main gate.