New Bern, North Carolina
Greetings from New Bern! New Bern North Carolina is a town with a long and storied history. Founded in 1710 by Baron de Graffenfried of Bern, Switzerland, New Bern is the second oldest town in North Carolina, established shortly after Bath, North Carolina. William Tryon, Royal Governor of North Carolina, established his residence at New Bern and his home at Tryon Palace is still standing today, with tours of Tryon Palace and Gardens available on a regular basis. One of the few towns in Eastern North Carolina with a significant Revolutionary War history, New Bern is home to 36 listings of note in the National Register of Historical Places and over 100 Historical Markers dot the city.
New Bern during the Civil War was considered a prime target in the Union’s blockade of Southern ports. Since New Bern was built at the confluence of two navigable rivers (the Trent and Neuse) and in close proximity of Morehead City, New Bern saw constant action during the Civil War. It was captured by Union forces under the command of General Ambrose Burnside in March of 1862, and a majority of local battles and skirmishes in surrounding counties were fought to wrest the town from Union Control.
New Bern is a rapidly growing area of Eastern North Carolina. Its fine historical district along the Trent River Waterfront hosts several small businesses and restaurants that give the area a comfortable artisan atmosphere to go along with the beauty and grace of the many boats anchored at the Marina. New Bern has attractions all year long for young and old alike, from the “Mum” Festival to the annual Ghost Walk at Halloween. Several historic homes offer tours to examine life in New Bern in the 18th and 19th Century. Several parks are available around the city, including one fairly close to the marina where ducks enjoy white cheddar popcorn. New Bern North Carolina is a convention center for Eastern North Carolina with several hotels and bed &breakfasts for the traveler and tourist, as well as a short 45 minute drive to the Crystal Coast and Morehead City.
As New Bern grows, more and more industry, services, and transportation facilities are finding it necessary to locate in beautiful Craven County. The local economy is one of the strongest in Eastern North Carolina, and the city is currently experiencing several decades of steady growth. As more and more people move to Eastern North Carolina, New Bern’s location, job opportunities, and proximity to the Crystal Coast have made it one of the prime choices for relocation in North Carolina. As a tribute to New Bern’s growing popularity, southern hospitality, and wonderful location, Harley Davidson has moved the traditional Bike Week from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to New Bern effective in 2009. So from the thunder of cannons during the Revolutionary War to the thunder of 50,000 Harley Davidson motorcycles, New Bern has come into its own in the 21st Century.
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