A Walking Guide to North Carolina's Historic New Bern (History & Guide) - Softcover

Hand, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1596292725 ISBN 13: 9781596292727

Publisher: The History Press, 2007

Synopsis

In the state of North Carolina, few cities can match New Bern for its charm and rich history. Founded in 1710, the lovely coastal settlement became the Tar Heel State's first capital in 1770 and continued to have a historic impact. Evidence of New Bern's long, proud heritage still graces its streets today, allowing passersby glimpses into earlier eras.

Equipped with extensive knowledge and wit, local historian Bill Hand navigates New Bern and uncovers its illustrious past. Through three walking tours that trace the town's development from colonial times to the twentieth century, and one that highlights its houses of worship, Hand educates while he entertains. Both first time visitors and life long residents will enjoy spending a day ambling through history in one the South's most enchanting towns.

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About the Author

Bill Hand is a local historian based in New Bern, North Carolina. He gives historic tours in downtown New Bern, and also works as a living history actor at Tyron Place. He is the author of Remembering Craven County and occasionally writes for area newspapers.

Edition details

• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1596292725
• ISBN 13: 9781596292727
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144