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Hillsborough is no ordinary southern small town.

Its scenic beauty, graceful architecture spanning three centuries, lively arts and culture scene, and convenient location provide a charming getaway for the day - or longer.

Events

From art walks to live music, farmers markets to festivals, there's always something going on in Hillsborough.

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September 23

In My Mind’s Eye: the Artwork of Kevin Flynn Bell

September 23

What’s Going On, featuring Debi Drew w Other Local Artists

September 23

History of the Regulators with Bill Melega

September 24

Regulator 250

September 24

Outside The Lines

September 24

“Yésah: Journeys of the Occaneechi” Opening Night

Hillsborough is a close and easy getaway.

From	Distance	Time
Asheville	212 miles	3 hours
Chapel Hill	12 miles	20 minutes
Charlotte	131 miles	2 hours
Durham	14 miles	18 minutes
Greensboro	42 miles	43 minutes
Greenville, SC	229 miles	3.5 hours
Morehead City	190 miles	3.25 hours
Nags Head	226 miles	4 hours
Raleigh	38 miles	43 minutes
Richmond, VA	163 miles	2.5 hours
Wilmington	170 miles	2.5 hours
Winston-Salem	68 miles	1 hour

What type of adventurer are you?

Explore Hillsborough using self-guided tours.

The Art Whisperer

The History Enthusiast

The Outdoor Adventurer

The Weekend Foodie Tour

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The weather is cooling down and it's time to ...

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Sep 22

The weather is cooling down and it's time to grab

The weather is cooling down and it's time to grab a friend and TREAT YOURSELF! Join us for our Fall Sidewalk Sale providing an outdoor, physically distanced way to shop with local businesses. Outdoor and indoor dining options also available!

Enjoy Hillsborough LAST FRIDAYS safely tonight by ...

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Aug 28

Enjoy Hillsborough LAST FRIDAYS safely tonight by

Enjoy Hillsborough LAST FRIDAYS safely tonight by grabbing some take-out or dining in and watching the live-stream. https://facebook.com/events/s/virtual-last-fridays-with-love/1259623254379109/?ti=icl

NEW to the Hillsborough Gift Shop: Hillsborough ...

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Aug 27

NEW to the Hillsborough Gift Shop: Hillsborough tu

NEW to the Hillsborough Gift Shop: Hillsborough tumbler and NC water bottles! Fill it up and head to the Riverwalk. Double insulated and in a variety of colors, you can quench your thirst in style. Link below! https://hillsboroughgiftshop.square.site/shop/accessories/2

Missing your favorite Hillsborough restaurants and...

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Aug 20

Missing your favorite Hillsborough restaurants and

Missing your favorite Hillsborough restaurants and shops?! Mask up and come see us! Our local businesses are taking all precautions to keep you (and themselves) healthy. Plan to come FIND YOUR CALM this Saturday!#supportsmallbusiness #findyourcalm #shopping #outtoeat

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity ...

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Aug 14

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity and w

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity and way to engage with Hillsborough's vibrant arts community, Margaret Lane Gallery has the perfect event for you this Sunday, August 16.
They will be hosting a "Meet the Artist" event with Lynn Schmook, whose work includes "vivid alcohol inks and soft watercolors." The event will be socially distanced and mask-required and runs from noon to 3:00. You can find more information at the link below.
We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/meet-the-artist-lynn-schmoock/

The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough is hosting ...

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Aug 5

The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough is hosting

The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough is hosting a free online talk with award-winning history writer and storyteller Randell Jones on the lives and stories of several remarkable North Carolina women.

Content will be available for viewing on the Alliance’s website any time between August 8 and 23. You can find them at historichillsborough.org.

New Item from the Gift Shop! Shop our exciting new...

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Jul 31

New Item from the Gift Shop! Shop our exciting new

New Item from the Gift Shop! Shop our exciting new collection of Hillsborough-inspired boxes. Uniquely curated boxes to help you save on our favorite Hillsborough items.
Find the link below!
https://hillsboroughgiftshop.square.site/hillsborough-box

Miles of trails along the Eno River. Fascinating ...

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Jul 24

Miles of trails along the Eno River. Fascinating h

Miles of trails along the Eno River. Fascinating historic sites. A cutting edge culinary scene and a vibrant community of writers and artists.
Hillsborough has so many ways to Find Your Calm.
Why not visit us this weekend and see for yourself?

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Jul 17

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity and g

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity and great way to connect with Hillsborough's vibrant art scene, check out this weekend's event at Margaret Lane Gallery.
Starting at noon, they will be hosting a masked and socially-distanced "Meet the Artist" event with Hillsborough artist Kevin Flynn Bell. You can see one of his wonderful pieces below which is currently featured in the gallery's "More Horses!" show.
The event is free and open to the public. Families, including children are welcome!
We hope you have a happy, healthy weekend!

Whether you want to pick up a book to learn a bit ...

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Jul 10

Whether you want to pick up a book to learn a bit

Whether you want to pick up a book to learn a bit more about Hillsborough history before visiting us, or you want a hat or T-shirt to show off a little hometown pride, now you can browse the Visitors Center Gift Shop from the comfort of your couch!
Check us out at the link below!

https://visithillsboroughnc.com/press/visitors-center-virtual-gift-shop-now-open/?fbclid=IwAR2vYUkgN7tyMPd0MyNVfgi5B5853L7u2LFSZk-nTW88KOuk_0dnj71TH6s

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity ...

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Jul 3

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity or a

If you're looking for a fun weekend activity or a way to engage with Hillsborough's vibrant art scene, be sure to check out Margaret Lane Gallery's event on Saturday. They are hosting a "distanced-and-masked" conversation with their featured artist, Debi L. Drew.

Have a healthy, happy weekend and we hope to see you soon!

https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/meet-the-artist-debi-l-drew-for-a-distanced-and-masked-conversation/

If you're looking to Find Your Calm this ...

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Jun 19

If you're looking to Find Your Calm this weekend,

If you're looking to Find Your Calm this weekend, get some sunshine and exercise in one of the countless gorgeous green spaces Hillsborough has to offer.

Find just a few of them here:

https://visithillsboroughnc.com/things-to-do-category/sport-recreation-leisure/

For a great weekend activity where you can take in...

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Jun 12

For a great weekend activity where you can take in

For a great weekend activity where you can take in some of this gorgeous Hillsborough weather while learning more about our town's unique history, stop by the first Churton Street Stroll Tour tonight from 6:30-8:30! More info, including ticket purchasing and future dates and times, can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/108777805344

We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

One of the wonderful things about a town like ...

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Jun 5

One of the wonderful things about a town like Hill

One of the wonderful things about a town like Hillsborough is the ability to have a two-way conversation with town leadership. In an effort to promote transparency and communication, as well as lower barriers to you making our voice heard, the Town has developed Engage Hillsborough, a platform for news and for sharing your concerns and ideas. Today is the last day to fill out the survey that will help the site reach its full potential. If you have a moment, give it a look! We hope everyone has a wonderful, safe weekend! #hillsboroughnc engage.hillsborough.gov

The Orange County Health Department has created ...

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Jun 1

The Orange County Health Department has created th

The Orange County Health Department has created these fantastic signs to encourage customers to continue following public health best practices. Feel free to use and share if you own or work for one of the countless wonderful shops, restaurants and other businesses that call Hillsborough home!

One of the many reasons we love Hillsborough is ...

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May 20

One of the many reasons we love Hillsborough is ou

One of the many reasons we love Hillsborough is our innovative food scene and the many local restaurants that bring it to life. And while social distancing may mean you'll need to enjoy your favorites at home, the restaurants below are open for businesses.
#hillsboroughnc #stayhome
So if you want a break from cooking tonight, consider supporting our local restaurants! https://www.hillsboroughnc.gov/community/covid-19-coronavirus/restaurants-open-takeout-and-delivery/

Calling all artists! We are still seeking ...

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May 14

Calling all artists! We are still seeking submissi

Calling all artists! We are still seeking submissions for our Hillsborough coloring book. Pieces can focus on a variety of Hillsborough landscapes, scenes, people, events and landmarks. Art should be suitable for all ages.
Please email annie@historichillsborough.org if you have a piece you'd like to submit!

In a time like this, so many people face ...

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May 7

In a time like this, so many people face significa

In a time like this, so many people face significant challenges and hardship. But for every challenge a neighbor faces, there are people working every day to keep our community healthy, safe and strong.
One of these #HillsboroughHeroes that we would like to highlight this week is Cpl. Candace Spragins from the Hillsborough Police Department.
Cpl. Spragins is with the patrol unit at Hillsborough PD and has worked there for almost six years. A large part of her job is staying visible in the community, interacting with residents and helping resolve citizen’s issues. She says being able to help citizens of Hillsborough and contribute to Hillsborough’s strong sense of community is her favorite part of being a police officer. That part of her job has noticeably changed because of COVID-19. Officers, including Spragins, have found it more difficult to socialize and stay in touch with residents, as well as carry out community programs. Spragins said this is the biggest challenge they face currently — maintaining a community connection while keeping themselves, and everyone else, healthy and safe. But she, and Hillsborough PD, are doing everything possible to stay connected to the community and assist our neighbors in need.
Her advice to Hillsborough residents is to remain patient and try to exercise compassion. To try and be mindful of the situation a neighbor may be facing. She says there are many people who are perfectly healthy and not high-risk themselves, but their spouse may be sick or they care for an elderly parent who they are scared of transmitting the virus to. She says we need to follow public health practices not just for ourselves, but for these people and our entire community. We asked Cpl. Spragins what she most looks forward to when social distancing is no longer necessary. Like many of us, she is looking forward to, in her words, “finally seeing somewhere other than my living room.” She also looks forward to being able to interact with kids and other community members, as well as travel. But most of all, she looks forward to “seeing people smile without a mask in the way.” Thank you Candace!

In a time like this, so many people face ...

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Apr 28

In a time like this, so many people face significa

In a time like this, so many people face significant challenges and hardship. But for every challenge a neighbor faces, there are people working every day to keep our community healthy, safe and strong.
One of these #HillsboroughHeroes that we would like to highlight this week is Assistant Chief Jonathan Capps from the Orange Rural Fire Department. He has served as assistant chief for just over one year, and has been serving our community at ORFD for fourteen.
Asst. Chief Capps is primarily responsible for training along with health and safety. He says work has been a bit different due to COVID-19, but he is making sure ORFD is prepared.
He has been spending time researching the virus and staying up to date on CDC guidelines for protecting their firefighters, while ensuring citizens receive the best possible service and care. The department has written additional policies for keeping stations and equipment clean and ready for service.
Capps said some of the most important measures we can all take to stay safe right now is to wash our hands regularly and continue to practice social distancing.
He wants everyone to be aware that you can still be a carrier of COVID-19 without showing any symptoms at all, and to remember that taking these precautions is not just for our own safety, but for the safety of our entire community.
After social distancing is no longer necessary, he said he most looks forward to traveling. He said he loves spending time with his family, and they would love to make up a spring break trip that had to be postponed because of the virus.
We hope you'll join us in expressing our deep appreciation for all the work that Jonathan, and his fellow #HillsboroughHeroes at ORFD, do for our community. Thank you!

Just wanted to take a moment out of this gorgeous ...

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Apr 24

Just wanted to take a moment out of this gorgeous

Just wanted to take a moment out of this gorgeous Hillsborough Spring day to share a wonderful resource from our friends at the Orange County Public Library.
If you are feeling stressed, lonely or worried about everything that is going on, the library has created an online space dedicated to allowing people of all ages to express and share with others how they are feeling through art and writing.
Anyone and everyone is welcome to participate and share whatever you'd like- anonymously if you prefer. The link for this online journal is below.

http://isolationship-journal.tumblr.com/

These are difficult times, but it helps to know that we live in a town with such a wonderful and supportive community. Please stay safe and remember to take care of yourself in every way this Spring. Have a safe and beautiful weekend!