New Bern was founded in 1710 by Swiss settlers and is named after Bern, Switzerland.
It was the first state capital of North Carolina and is the second oldest town in the state.
It has a population of 29,524.
New Bern is a picturesque city with a historic, revitalized downtown area and an area of beautiful historic homes. If you are looking for a house to buy in a historic area, a home on the river, for boating, fishing, skiing, or you are a golfer, we will help you find the home you desire.
Galleries, art studios, music, theater, and many festivals (like Mumfest) are part of the cultural makeup of New Bern.
Many tourists enjoy visiting Tryon Palace, the re-built likeness of the home of the first governor of the Carolinas.
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