About the New Bern and Havelock North Carolina Areas 

New Bern is the second oldest town in North Carolina, and is located where the Trent and Neuse Rivers meet. New Bern is filled with history around every corner with over 150 historic landmarks, such as Tryon Palace, the Birth Place of Pepsi, and a 157,000-acre national forest. 

The New Bern centerpiece, is the historic Tryon Palace and its gardens. Built in 1770, this was the home of British Royal Governor William Tryon, making New Bern the original capital of North Carolina.  

While in New Bern, visit the Birthplace of Pepsi, the Firemen's Museum, and the Bank of the Arts. Stroll through our downtown, filled with specialty shops and restaurants, or relax on a historic Trolley Tour. Sail on our endless rivers, or golf at one of the beautiful championship courses in the New Bern and Havelock areas. Other outdoor activities could include camping or hiking through the 157,000-acres of Croatan National Forest.  

New Bern and Craven County offer many cultural, educational and historical attractions. An "All Attractions Pass" is available to tour the Tryon Palace, Firemen's Museum, and ride the Trolley Tour through historic New Bern. The pass can be purchased at the New Bern Convention and Visitors Center.  

The Firemen's Museum preserves artifacts and records relating to firefighting and to the New Bern Fire Department, the first fire department in North Carolina. The museum interprets firefighting equipment and department history for the education of present and future generations.  

Havelock is proud to be the home of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the 2nd Marine Air Wing and Naval Air Depot, located in Eastern North Carolina, midway between historic New Bern and the beautiful beaches of the Crystal Coast.  

Havelock has much to offer residents and visitors alike. A city of 22,500, Havelock blends old fashioned Southern hospitality with a diversified population, making this a great place to live, or visit.
 

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