New Bern National Cemetery

New Bern National Cemetery spans 7.7 acres and contains over 7,500 interments, including graves of soldiers from multiple military campaigns throughout American history.

Established in February 1867, the cemetery became the final resting place for Union soldiers who died in the Battle of New Bern and other regional conflicts.

Four major monuments from New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island honor soldiers who served during the American Civil War period.

The cemetery, located at 1711 National Avenue, maintains regular visiting hours from sunrise to sunset and office operations Monday through Friday.

The grounds contain a dedicated section with more than 1,000 unidentified soldiers, representing the largest collection of unknown military burials in the region.

Location: New Bern

Inception: 1867

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Operator: National Cemetery Administration

Address: 1711 National Ave, New Bern, NC 28560 28560

Phone: +12526372912

Website: https://cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/newbern.asp

GPS coordinates: 35.12361,-77.05306

Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:22