The New Bern region

Two beautiful rivers meet in New Bern, where you’ll find Tryon Palace, spectacular gardens, historic homes, quaint shops, cozy restaurants and lively entertainment frame downtown streets. Further south, you can enjoy MCAS Cherry Point and the 157,000 acre Croatan National Forest, nationally recognized for its trails and recreation opportunities. Also, coming in 2010 is the North Carolina History Education Center, the expansion of the New Bern Firemen’s Museum and New Bern’s 300th Anniversary Celebration!! www.visitnewbern.com