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Many
visitors to New Bern are surprised to learn that half
of the town's population before the Civil War was
African American. As a matter of fact, in 1860, New
Bern has the largest population of African Americans
in the state, and one fourth of the members of the
black community were free.
These
free blacks owned and operated a variety of businesses,
accumulated real estate, and owned fine homes. In
addition, many free African Americans owned slaves.
After the Civil War, New Bern boasted an enterprising,
educated African American elite. African American
leaders included politicians, doctors, lawyers, businessmen,
teachers, investors, and religious leaders.
New
Bern Tours will host a Trolley Tour with a special
emphasis on the African American community living
in New Bern during the 19th century. Travel on the
Trolley with our professional guides through historic
downtown New Bern to learn about these people and
see the places where they worked and lived.
Group
Charters for African American Trolley Car Tours
Trolley
#1 (30 Passengers) - $390
Trolley #2 (22 Passengers) - $285
Group
Charters are available 7 days a week and can be arranged
to fit the group's schedule.
The
lives of the free African American and slaves who
lived, worked and worshiped in 19th century New Bern
were colorful and varied. Enjoy a professionally narrated
90 minute tour of African American sites in Historic
Downtown New Bern to discover New Bern's fascinating
and rich African American heritage.
More Information on New Bern, it's colorful past,
and all it has to offer.
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the charm of Historic New Bern.
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