North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace, New Bern

About North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace

The North Carolina History Center at Tryon Palace in New Bern guides visitors through the region's past via the Pepsi Family Center, which transports guests through time, and the Regional History Museum, which traces the coastline's formation and the people who shaped this area. The Duffy Exhibition Gallery presents special touring and temporary exhibits, while the Cullman Performance Hall hosts musicians, lectures, and plays. Rotating exhibitions and rare artifacts keep each visit fresh. Interactive historical activities engage visitors directly with the material. The Museum Store offers unique gifts, and Lawsons on the Creek provides food and drinks with views of the Trent River. As a LEED Certified building, the center reflects environmental stewardship through permeable parking, restored wetlands, and energy-efficient operations.