Record #:

24646

Author(s):

Rabb, Miriam

Abstract:

Tryon Palace in New Bern opens to the public April 2, 1959. The original building was commissioned in 1767 by Royal Governor William Tryon (1729-1788); John Hawks (ca. 1734-1790) served as the architect. This article discusses the building’s history and the restorations leading up to its grand opening.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 26 Issue 22, April 1959, p8-9, il

Subject(s):

Tryon Palace (New Bern); Tryon Palace (New Bern)--Restoration; Tryon, William, 1729-1788; Craven County--Description and travel; Craven County--Historic buildings; Craven County--History; Hawks, John, ca. 1734-1790