The Heritage Homes Tour takes place every two years and proves to be really special this year as New Bern plans to celebrate their heritage and spirit of survival after Hurricane Florence. Let's support North Carolina's second oldest town, known for its Southern Charm and 300 years of rich history with a visit to the Heritage Homes Tour. For the first time ever, the Tour will include tours of 18 private homes in all four of New Bern's Historic Districts. If you enjoy history, fine architecture and gracious Southern living, you'll be charmed by lovely residences in all varieties of architectural styles. Admission also includes a Garden Party from 11-2pm with live music, historical characters and Master Gardener demonstrations. Do you love pottery? Right in the middle of the Historic District, the Annual Eastern NC Pottery Festival also takes place this Saturday and features over 40 potters from the region. And if that's not enough, Tyron Palace joins the festivities with its Annual Plant Sale and Garden Lovers Weekend which means you can tour the Palace Gardens free of charge. Additionally, there will be time to browse the shops in the Historic District and enjoy lunch with your friends in this beautiful Riverfront town.
The trip is best suited for moderate to ambitious walkers.
8am - Depart from the Brunswick Forest Fitness Center
8:45am - Pick-up at Lowes Foods parking lot in Hampstead
10:30am - Arrive New Bern and enjoy the day of touring Historic Districts, The Pottery Festival and Tryon Palace Gardens, shopping and lunch on your own.
4:00pm- Depart New Bern