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The 100th Anniversary of the New Bern Historical Society brings the opportunity to share the myriad stories that make up the history of New Bern.  Visitors will encounter stories of individuals and events through images, artifacts and experiences that tell the stories of our past and those stories that we continue to live.  Exhibit is FREE to view.

Join us on a tour of the decorated Governor’s Palace where we will focus on the decorations for “Candlelight 2023 Christmas Celebration.”

Join us on a tour of Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses focused on the decorations and traditions of Christmas past.

Join us on a tour of the decorated Governor’s Palace where we will focus on the decorations for “Candlelight 2023 Christmas Celebration.”

Join us on a tour of Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses focused on the decorations and traditions of Christmas past.

Candlelight includes tours of the Governor’s Palace, Stanly House, Dixon House, and lots of holiday festivities and activities on the historic site grounds.  Be sure to plan your visit with enough time to enjoy all the festivities before and after your Palace tour to explore the historic homes, participate in various activities, watch Fife and Drum performances, and enjoy the entertainment in the Performance Tent with magic and circus performers. At the end of the evening enjoy a show of black powder fireworks above the Palace!  Tickets on sale in July!