The New Bern Historical Society invites you to an exciting storytelling event, the Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour, March 19, 20 & 21, 6-9pm. New Bern Battlefield Park, site of the first Battle of New Bern, hosts this intriguing event. The tour takes you on a guided, lantern-lit walk through the wooded battlefield trails, where spirits of real characters from New Bern's past will share their very human and inspiring stories of courage and conviction.

As you visit, you will hear, a firsthand account about the daring raid to capture a Union gunboat, about those who fled and those who stayed in New Bern after the battle, from nursing nuns from New York who came to help the wounded, and about maritime involvement in the battle. That’s just to name a few.

Historical Society Executive Director, Anthony Giardino is excited about this compelling storytelling event. “Take part in this important immersive event standing at the exact spot of the March 14th, 1862 Battle of New Bern. You’ll encounter our meticulously preserved Battlefield Park and hear gripping tales and history of the era delivered by our most talented local actors and reenactors.”

Pre-paid reservations are required with specific day & arrival time. Tickets are $16 for Historical Society adult members, students, and active-duty military; $19 adult non-members. Space is limited. Reservations are available beginning February 4th at www.NewBernHistorical.org/tickets . Not suitable for children under 7 or those with difficulty walking.