Located at the convergence of Trent River and Neuse River lies the peaceful small North Carolina city of New Bern. Located in the south-east part of North Carolina where it sits as the county seat of beautiful Craven County, New Bern has established a reputation as a great place to live. With recent efforts to rejuvenate its downtown, New Bern is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing communities in the Tar Heel State. According to the 2000 census, New Bern has a total population of 23,128.

Despite its relatively small size and the fact that North Carolina is hardly considered a state that produces the most important icons that greatly affect American development, the people of New Bern have never been afraid to think big. This is a major reason why this small city has such a colorful history.

For example, very few people know that New Bern was actually founed by the Swiss. Settled in 1710 and named after the Swiss capital of Bern, New Bern was an important city in early North Carolina history. The site of an important early Civil War battle, New Bern is also the birthplace of Pepsi Cola, which was invented by New Bern pharmacist Caleb Bradham.

With its gorgeous natural landscape and excellent schools, New Bern is considered one of the best places to raise a family. An economic and cultural hub of Craven County, New Bern is full of interesting local delights that make it an excellent place to live.