Items

• Vintage Dredging Operations

  A historical photograph from 1953 showcasing the C. Walker Hodges Dredging Company's machinery along the waterways of New Bern, NC, reflecting the industrial activities of the era. Shipyard located off of Lawson's Creek.
• Riverside Iron Works, 1953

  C.W. Hodges, Sr., second from left, with colleagues at Riverside Iron Works on North Craven Street in New Bern, NC, posing in front of dredging equipment.
• Bynum's Drug Store, 1940

  Employees pose at Bynum's Drug Store on the 200 block of Middle Street, east side in New Bern, showcasing a variety of pharmaceutical products, including Bexel vitamins, circa 1940. Pharmacist Bill Bynum on the left.
• Buccaneer Club Band Performance, 1960s

  A vintage photograph capturing a live band performance at the Buccaneer Club in New Bern, NC, showcasing a vibrant ensemble of musicians and their eclectic instruments.
• Revelry at the Buccaneer Club

  A lively scene from the Buccaneer Club, captured in the 1960s, showing a woman dancing joyfully while others socialize and enjoy the night in New Bern, NC.
• Bryant-McLeod Clothiers Liquidation Sale

  A historical snapshot of Bryant-McLeod Ltd., a business in New Bern, NC, advertising a surplus stock liquidation sale, captured in a bustling urban setting. Located on the 300 block of Pollock Street on the south side.
• Shopping for Corduroy at Bryant McLeod Clothiers

  A customer and salesperson engage at Bryant McLeod Clothiers in New Bern, NC, surrounded by stacks of corduroy pants and other garments, circa 1960s. Located on the 300 block of Pollock Street on the south side.
• Holiday Shopping at Bryant McLeod Clothiers

  Customers peruse the aisles of Bryant McLeod Clothiers in New Bern, NC, surrounded by festive decorations and sale signs, capturing a bustling retail scene from the mid-20th century. Located on the 300 block of Pollock Street on the south side.
• Promoting Local Business: R.K. Brooks Advertising Agency

  A historical image capturing a man beside an advertising bench for R.K. Brooks Advertising Agency, showcasing local business promotion in New Bern, NC.
• Vintage Broad Street Motors Scene

  A bustling mid-20th century scene at Broad Street Motors in New Bern, showcasing a collection of new and used cars, with lively customer interactions and classic architecture in the background. Located on the 300block of Broad Street on the north side.
• Construction of First Citizens Bank

  A historical photo capturing the construction of the First Citizens Bank on the corner of Broad Street & Fort Totton Drive in New Bern, NC, showcasing mid-century architecture and vehicles.
• Mid-20th Century Automotive Row in New Bern, NC

  Historic black-and-white photo showcasing a lineup of mid-20th century car dealerships and an Esso gas station on Broad Street in New Bern, North Carolina.
• Boyd-Matthis Motors in 1956

  A vintage snapshot of Boyd-Matthis Motors in New Bern, NC, showcasing a lineup of classic cars and trucks in front of the dealership's facilities, dated August 1956. Located on Broad Street.
• Vintage Auto Businesses in New Bern, NC

  Historical photograph of Craven Motor Co. and Boyd-Matthis Motors in New Bern, showcasing mid-20th-century automobiles and service stations, reflecting the city's automotive landscape in 1955. Located on Broad Street.
• Vintage Bootery Storefront

  A nighttime view of the Bootery store in New Bern, showcasing a variety of shoes, hosiery, and bags through its gleaming glass windows. Located on the 200 block of Middle Street on the east side.
• Billy's Alternator & Generator Service

  A vintage black-and-white photo of four men standing in front of Billy's Alternator & Generator Starter Service shop, showcasing a slice of mid-20th-century small business in New Bern, NC.
• Vintage Beverly Restaurant, New Bern

  Historic image of the Beverly Restaurant in New Bern, NC, showcasing its distinctive signage and mid-20th-century architectural details. A notable spot for dining and social gatherings. Located on the 400 block of Broad Street on the north side beside the Fire Station.
• Culinary Craftsmen at Work

  A historical photo depicting chefs in the busy kitchen of the Beverly Restaurant in New Bern, NC, skillfully preparing and displaying freshly baked bread and other dishes. Located on the 400 block of Broad Street on the north side beside the Fire Station.
• Night at the Italian & American Restaurant

  A bustling evening scene at a mid-20th-century Italian & American restaurant, captured with vintage cars parked outside under glowing neon signs. Located on the 400 block of Broad Street on the north side beside the Fire Station.
• Bustling Night at Beverly Restaurant

  A lively evening captured at Beverly Restaurant in New Bern, NC, showcasing patrons dining, staff at the ready, and a classic mid-20th-century décor. Located on the 400 block of Broad Street on the north side beside the Fire Station.
• Demolition of Belk's Department Store

  A historical black and white photo capturing the demolition process at Belk's Department Store on the 200 block, west side of Middle Street, New Bern, showcasing heavy machinery and debris.
• Bustling Holiday Shopping at Belk's

  A bustling scene inside Belk's Department Store in New Bern, NC, capturing the lively holiday shopping atmosphere on December 27, 2023. Located on the 200 block of Middle Street, west side.
• Vintage Belk's Department Store Display

  A historical photo of a Belk's Department Store window display in New Bern, NC, showcasing women's fashion and accessories with playful, cartoonish backdrop art. Located on the 200 block of Middle Street, west side.
• Belk's Department Store Anniversary Sale

  Vintage photo of Belk’s Department Store displaying an anniversary sale with various clothing items and promotional signs, capturing a moment of mid-20th century retail in New Bern, NC. Located on the 200 block of Middle Street, west side.
• Bustling Day at Belk's Department Store

  A lively scene inside Belk's Department Store in New Bern, NC, showing shoppers browsing various sections during a busy shopping day. Located on the 200 block of Middle Street, west side.