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Discover Hillsborough This April!
Spring is the perfect time to explore Hillsborough, where history, art, and community come alive! Check out a few events happening this month 👇🏼
📅 April 5 – Experience the sights and sounds of the past at Revolutionary War Day, a living history event. @historichillsborough
🏛️ Opening Soon! Visit the Orange County Historical Museum’s newest exhibit, SCORE: Youth Sports in Orange County History. @orangehistorync
🎭 Poetry Reading with Jaki Shelton Green- April 12th at the Burwell School @burwellschoolhistoricsite
🎨 First & Last Fridays – Stroll through local galleries and experience the vibrant arts scene. Check out @hillsborougharts and @ocncarts
For details!
🌍 April is Hillsborough’s Climate Challenge Month! Get involved and make a difference.@hillsboroughclimatechallenge
Plan your visit and experience all that Hillsborough has to offer this April!
Apr 1
🔔 Step Back in Time at Revolutionary War Living History Days! 🔔
Join The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and partners for an immersive journey into the past at Revolutionary War Living History Days! Experience the sights and sounds of the 18th century with military reenactments, hands-on demonstrations, and engaging storytelling that brings the Revolution to life. For full details visit @historichillsborough
📅 Date: April 5 2024
⌚ 10am-4pm
📍 Location: Hillsborough Visitor Center - 150 E King Street
🎟️ Free & family-friendly!
⭐Partnering Sites include: The Occaneechi Replica Village, The Orange County Historical Museum, and the Burwell School Historic Site
This event is proudly supported by NC’s America 250 initiative as we honor our nation’s founding. Don’t miss this chance to witness history in action!
#RevolutionaryWar #LivingHistory #HistoricHillsborough #America250 #NCHistory
Mar 29
Last Fridays are BACK this week! Check out the lineup below 👇🏼
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Last Fridays & Art Walk are hosted by @hillsborougharts , which works tirelessly to connect arts, organizations, and audiences in a big way! Their continued success relies on fantastic staff members and dedicated volunteers. If you would like to support Last Fridays & the Art Walk (or any of their other amazing events), we encourage you to donate your time as a volunteer!
Head over to their page for more details about volunteer opportunities and this month`s festivities 🎉
Mar 27
Spring on King! 😍 Soak up the charm this weekend in Hillsborough! 🌼
Can`t miss events this weekend:
🎨 Pete the Cat art display at the Hillsborough Visitor Center - show ends April 3rd. Hosted by Mike`s Art Truck and @historichillsborough Free admission during operating hours.
🥾 Historic Hillsborough Guided Walking Tours by @historichillsborough Saturday 10:30am. 🎟️$10.
🌺 Garden Club Exhibit at the @orangehistorync - leaving soon! Celebrate 100 years of gardening together with @hillsboroughgardenclub . Admission free!
🎉 Holi at @therookeryhillsborough Celebration of Holi- the festival of color! Sunday 1-4 pm - admission is Free & all are welcome. Music from @dejayru
>>> Check out all events on our community calendar!
@visitchapelhill @visitnc
Mar 20
🎨 First Fridays @ocncarts TONIGHT! 🎉 Check out the details 👇🏼
Friday March 7 ⏰ 7pm-9pm
TO BE HERE NOW IS TO BE. - Makala Aayana
with
Tori Celeste
Lauren Crawford
Rakia Jackson
Jett Pavlica
Shayla Thornton
An exploration of the present moment through the lens of personal growth and introspection, captured by diverse artistic voices.
〰️Open artist studios with the Eno Arts Mill Studio Artists
〰️Local food truck Blue Lotus Thai
〰️Beer from Ponysaurus Brewing, wine, and NA beer selections
〰️Free Art-making Activities for all ages with Mer Haggerty
📸: by @ncsteve
Mar 7
🌼 Mark your calendars because you won`t want to miss these awesome spring events 🗓️
🔥 April 5 - Step back in time at Revolutionary War Living History Day ⚔️ @historichillsborough
🌿 May 3 - Stroll through stunning blooms in the Hillsborough Garden Tour @hillsboroughgardenclub
🦀 May 16-17 - Feast on fresh seafood & good vibes at the Seafood Festival at River Park
🏫 May 31- Celebrate history & heritage at the Preservation Fest with @historichillsborough
So much to see, taste, and experience - what are you most excited for?!
#HillsboroughNC #springfun #markyourcalendar
Mar 5
🚨 Internship Opportunity! 🚨
Visit Hillsborough is looking for a passionate and driven intern to join our team! This paid hybrid internship runs from May 5 – August 1, offering hands-on experience in tourism, marketing, & more. 💼✨
📌 $1,000 stipend
📌 Must be 18+ with reliable transportation
📌 Hybrid role with some on-site weekend work
📌 Apply now—submitting an application does not guarantee selection!
Applications close March 27th! Candidates will be contacted within a week after the deadline. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! 🚀
Application >> 🔗 in bio
**This internship opportunity is managed by @historichillsborough . For questions please contact director@historichillsborough.org
#Internship #HillsboroughNC #HistoricHillsborough #Marketing #EventPlanning #PaidInternship
Mar 3
🌸 Tour Season is Here! 🌸
Spring is the perfect time to explore Hillsborough’s rich history and scenic beauty! Check out these must-do tours and events:
🎟 Ticketed Tours
📍 Historic Walking Tours – Stroll through downtown. First four Saturdays, March–October. $10 @historichillsborough
📍 West Hillsborough Walk & Talks – Discover the west end’s hidden gems. $10 @historichillsborough
📍 Ayr Mount House Tours – Step inside this 1800s estate with a guided tour. $20 (Grounds & Poet’s Walk free)
📍 Hillsborough Garden Tour – Celebrate 100 years of gardening with this epic tour! Tickets start at $35 @hillsboroughgardenclub
📍 Preservation Fest 2025 – A FREE hands-on preservation fair + the Past Meets Present Preservation Tour. Tour tickets $25 (on sale April 17). @historichillsborough
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🚶 More to Explore for Free!
🏡 Burwell School Historic Site – Free tours Wed–Sun @burwellschoolhistoricsite
🏁 Occoneechee Speedway – A must-visit for NASCAR & outdoor fans
🏕 Occaneechi Replica Village – New interpretive signs now at River Park
🖼️ Orange County Historical Museum - Free tours Thurs- Tues @orangehistorync
🔗 Plan your visit today and experience the best of Hillsborough! #HistoricHillsborough #ExploreHillsborough #SpringTours
Feb 27
🎨✨ Have you explored Hillsborough’s incredible art scene? Our town is bursting with creativity! Check out these amazing current exhibitions:
🖼 Transcendence – Eno Arts Mill @ocncarts
🎭 About Face – Tom Stevens Gallery @thomasstevensart
🏴 Scottish Art – Saltire Gallerie
🔺 Shape Movement Form – Skylight Gallery @theskylightgallery
❤️🌹 Hearts & Roses – Margaret Lane Gallery @margaretlanegallery
🎨 Various Artists – Hillsborough Gallery of Arts @hillsboroughgallery
😺 Pete the Cat - Mike`s Art Truck at the Hillsborough Visitor Center @historichillsborough @petethecatofficial
Plus, don’t miss unique art stops at @c3hillsborough , @yonderbarnc , and @thecolonialinn1759 !
📅 Mark your calendar: The Hillsborough Arts Council Art Walk is happening February 28th! Stroll through town and soak up the creativity.@hillsborougharts #HillsboroughArt #SupportLocalArtists #ArtWalk
Feb 21
@uproarfestnc is BACK this year! Save the dates August 1-23rd. Let the countdown begin! 🎨
Uproar Festival of Public Art is hosted by @ocncarts and includes sixty bold, high-impact, outdoor works of art that are showcases between Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Chapel Hill!
#visitnc #publicart
Feb 19
