Baxter Street Clock Restoration

Swiss Bear spearheaded a fundraising campaign in 1987, and coordinated the restoration of the 1920 four-faced Baxter Street Clock that was severely damaged in 1977. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the timepiece is now a public landmark.

All American City Award

In 1989, New Bern received the All America City Award largely based on its preservation, downtown revitalization, and waterfront re-development effort.

Design Assistance & Facade
Incentive Grant Programs

In the late 80's to promote rehabilitation, the organization acquired grant monies for several programs that provided financial incentives and architectural and design assistance to property owners that renovated their storefronts.

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Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corp.
PO Box 597 - New Bern, NC 28563 | P:252-638-5781 or F:252-638-6696
www.downtownnewbern.com
Director: director@swissbear.org
MUMFEST Coordinator: events@swissbear.org