Items

• Miss North Carolina 1953, Barbara Crockett's Arrival

  Barbara Crockett, crowned Miss North Carolina in 1953, smiles radiantly as she receives a gift from New Bern Mayor Mack Lupton beside a Piedmont Airlines plane, marking a celebratory moment in her reign. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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." The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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 The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• 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.