What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than by visiting homes that witnessed that exciting time in our history. The New Bern Historical Society’s Heritage Homes Tour invites you to tour homes from two historic neighborhoods. Those in the Downtown Historic District date back to the revolutionary period and those in Riverside are inviting homes from one of New Bern’s first suburbs. Join the crowds May 1-2, 2026 from 10am to 4pm. Soak up the history in 10 enchanting homes in 2 historic neighborhoods.

The 2026 self-guided tour includes very exceptional homes in the Downtown and Riverside Historic Districts, ranging from glorious to cozy, and everything in between. These are family homes with rich stories that illustrate New Bern's amazing history. Add creative floral arrangements, live music, gardens in bloom, historical churches and you’ll enjoy a very special day.

In addition to remarkable homes, you’ll enjoy the melodies of 13 local musicians. Your day will be full! Your map, which is your ticket, will guide you to all these delights. You can find a map of all the sites and a list of all the musicians at https://newbernhistorical.org/homes-tour/