Items

• 1953 Tri-County Fair Appliance Exhibit

  A man proudly displays a Monogram oil heater at the 1953 Tri-County Fair in New Bern, NC, showcasing the latest in home heating technology.
• 1953 Tri-County Fair Refreshment Stand

  A group of people, including a man in a military uniform, enjoy refreshments at a bustling stand during the 1953 Tri-County Fair in New Bern, NC.
• 1953 Tri-County Fair Home Appliance Exhibit

  A vintage photo showcasing a variety of mid-20th-century home appliances at the 1953 Tri-County Fair in New Bern, NC, themed "Look into the Future."
• Vintage Business Advertisement

  A photo of Askew's Inc. sign, promoting hardware and building supplies at 1101 Pollock St., captured at the 1953 Tri-County Fair in New Bern, NC.
• 1953 Tri-County Fair Speech

  A speaker addresses the audience at the 1953 Tri-County Fair in New Bern, NC, surrounded by dignitaries seated against a backdrop of tropical murals.
• Vintage Amoco Exhibit at 1953 Fair

  A meticulously arranged display of Amoco products at the 1953 Tri County Fair in New Bern, showcasing oil and gasoline with promotional materials.
• 1953 Miss New Bern Pageant

  Contestants line up on stage at the 1953 Miss New Bern Beauty Pageant in North Carolina, showcasing a moment in local cultural history.
• 1953 New Bern Follies - Western Theme

  Participants of the 1953 Follies in New Bern, NC, performing on stage dressed in Western attire, embodying cowboy and cowgirl personas in a lively community event.
• 1953 Follies Performance in New Bern

  A group of women performing at the 1953 Follies in New Bern, NC, dressed in glamorous evening gowns and singing on stage, capturing a moment of local entertainment history.
• 1953 New Bern Follies Gala

  Attendees of the 1953 Follies in New Bern, NC, captured in elegant attire during a theatrical stage event, showcasing mid-20th century fashion and community entertainment.
• 1953 New Bern Follies Coronation

  A grand coronation scene from the 1953 New Bern Follies, featuring elegantly dressed individuals on stage in a celebratory moment, complete with crowns and period costumes.
• 1953 Follies: A Night to Remember

  A lively group enjoys a spirited gathering at the 1953 Follies in New Bern, NC, showcasing mid-century camaraderie and celebration.
• Miss North Carolina 1951, Lulong Ogburn

  Lulong Ogburn, crowned Miss North Carolina in 1951, admires a trophy at an event. The photo captures a moment of pride and celebration in New Bern, NC.
• A Moment in 1951, New Bern

  A photograph capturing a young woman, likely Miss North Carolina 1951, interacting with three men outside a business in New Bern, NC.
• Vintage Radio Broadcasting in 1951

  In 1951, a young woman operates a reel-to-reel tape recorder and turntable at a radio station, showcasing early broadcasting technology and media roles in New Bern, NC.
• Elegance and Aviation in the 1950s

  A vintage snapshot capturing Mayor Lupton with Miss North Carolina and two other dignitaries beside a Piedmont Airlines aircraft, showcasing mid-century fashion and air travel.
• Midnight Ride at the Carnival

  A timeless photograph capturing the joyful spirit of a 1950s carnival in New Bern, NC, featuring a bustling merry-go-round under glowing lights.
• Nighttime Festivities at the Carnival

  A captivating shot of a 1950s carnival in New Bern, NC, featuring the iconic Tilt-A-Whirl ride illuminated under a starry sky, evoking the joy and excitement of the era.
• Night at the Carnival, 1950s

  Visitors enjoy a vibrant night under the glowing Rock-O-Plane ride at a 1950s carnival in New Bern, North Carolina.
• Carnival Thrills of the 1950s

  A vintage 1950s carnival attraction in New Bern, NC, featuring motorcycle "Hell Riders" showcasing daring stunts like the "Wall of Death" and "Hell on Wheels."
• Carnival Night in 1950s New Bern

  A bustling crowd gathers at a carnival in New Bern, NC, during the 1950s, captivated by attractions like "Hell on Wheels" and "Trick Riders."
• 1950s Home Products Display

  Two men arrange a variety of household products at a sales event in New Bern, NC, showcasing popular brands of the 1950s like Ivory, Dreft, and Oxydol.
• Mapping New Bern: A 1950s Classroom Scene

  Students in a 1950s classroom in New Bern, NC, engage with a large map, highlighting local geography and city planning during a mid-century educational session.
• 1950s Home Products Exhibition

  Attendees at a 1950s exhibition in New Bern, NC, review a variety of household products, including bath towels and grocery items, highlighted in a community hall setting.
• 1950s Educational Demonstration

  A woman presents a product demonstration to a group of attentive young women in a classroom setting in New Bern, NC during the 1950s.