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Jun 1
The New Bern Academy

New Bern Academy Exhibits

calendar icon Jun 01, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
clock icon 12:30 – 4:30 PM
pin icon New Bern Academy

The New Bern Academy is North Carolina’s first public school to be chartered by the NC General Assembly in 1764.  Today, it houses four exhibits for visitors to explore. Self-touring of this historic building built in 1809 is offered on most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from 12:30 – 4:30 pm. Prior to your visit, please contact the Ticket Desk at the NC History Center at 252.639.3525 to confirm that the building is open.      

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Nov 25

Palace Holiday Décor Tour

calendar icon Nov 25, 2024 – Dec 18, 2024
clock icon 3:30 p.m.
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Join us on a tour of the Governor’s Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Director of Facilities and Gardens, and Lead Holiday Decorator, will lead a tour of the first floor and cellar of the Governor’s Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations, design tips, and the pieces’ themes for this year’s holiday decor. Space is limited on each tour and flash photography is prohibited. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tickets do not include additional tours but do include access to the Tryon Palace Gardens. Tour Dates: November 25, 27 & December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 2024 | 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

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Dec 3

Traditions of Christmas Past Tour

calendar icon Dec 03, 2024 – Dec 20, 2024
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Join us on a tour of Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses focused on the decorations and traditions of Christmas past. Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Director of Facilities and Gardens, and Lead Holiday Decorator, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses, describing holiday traditions in the last 300 years and the special items used in the decorations. Tours are limited, so sign up today! Tickets include access to the Tryon Palace Gardens. A separate ticket is required for additional tours. Please purchase tickets before the tour begins. The tour begins at the Waystation. Tour Dates: Tuesdays: December 3, 10, 17, 2024 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Fridays: December 6, 13, 20, 2024 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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