Visit Hillsborough, North Carolina. The perfect weekend getaway. The Perfect day trip. Visit Hillsborough, a Unique southern town. Founded more than 250 years ago. Explore over 100 historic homes and structures. Take in the beautiful, historic architecture. Stroll on the scenic Riverwalk greenway. Hike to the top of Occoneechee Mountain. (Hillsborough is) A haven for artists and writers. Unique shops and restaurants you can’t find anywhere else. Great food, great beer, great people. The perfect weekend getaway (or) escape. Explore for the day, or extend your stay. Delicious (and/or) award winning, locally owned pubs and restaurants. America’s little literary town. America’s coolest small town. No ordinary small southern town. The (or) A Small town with BIG History. Variations: It’s just a stone’s throw; A charming southern getaway. It’s just a stone’s throw to a charming, southern getaway on the banks of the Eno River.
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Thanks for helping make Hillsborough better for everyone!
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Apr 21
We are cookin` up some fun things this weekend in Hillsborough! Check it out 👇🏼
🗺️ Saturday at 10:30AM – Historic Walking Tour of Downtown Hillsborough with The Alliance. Step into the stories that shaped our town! @historichillsborough
🏡 Ayr Mount House Tours – Now open for the season! Explore this historic gem Thursdays through Sundays at varied times. @jenrettefoundation
📝 Saturday at 3:30PM – Poetry Reading with Jaki Shelton Green at the Burwell School. A powerful afternoon with NC’s own Poet Laureate. Free to attend! @burwellschoolhistoricsite @greenjaki
🏈 Now Open – Orange County Historical Museum`s newest exhibit: “Game On!” A look at the history of sports in Orange County. @orangehistorync
🕺 Saturday, 2–5PM – Do-Si-Donate Square Dancing Fundraiser at Eno River Brewing to support the Snow Approach Foundation. Good moves, good brews, great cause! @snowapproachfoundation @enoriverbrewing
🌿 All Weekend – Vietri Garden Sale at the outlet store! Snag beautiful Italian ceramics and garden goods at unbeatable prices. @vietriinc
Come out, explore, and support local history, arts, and community this weekend! ✨ Find more events on our community calendar 🗓️
#HillsboroughNC #ThisWeekendInHillsborough #SupportLocal #HistoricHillsborough #OutAndAbout
📸:
1. @thenomadnc
2. @kims_bakeshop_wnp
3. @westhillsboroughpizzeria
4. @losaltostacos
5. @thecolonialinn1759
Apr 11
View 😍 by @bubbanoze 🎉 Spend Your Weekend in Historic Hillsborough! 🎉
Looking for an unforgettable weekend? Hillsborough has you covered!
📜 Step Back in Time at the Revolutionary War Living History Day (Sat, 10AM-4PM) – an interactive, FREE community event across town featuring live history at the Orange County Historical Museum, The Burwell School, and the Occaneechi Replica Village. @historichillsborough
🌾 Explore the Countryside at Firefly Farm’s Open Farm (Sat, 8AM-6PM) and swing by Efland for the Tarheel Antique Festival (Sat & Sun) – a treasure hunter’s dream!
🎶 Music & Nightlife 🎶
🔥 Nash Street Tavern: Tilted Moon (Fri), Zoltar’s Fortune (Sat), All Ya’ll Songwriters (Sun) @nashstreettavern
🎸 Yonder: Les Trois Chat (Thurs), Bucky and the Buckdrivers (Fri), Slim and the Pickups (Sat) @yonderbarnc
🎤 The Rookery: Joseph Finch (Fri) @therookeryhillsborough
🍻 Eno River Brewing: Jesse Fox & Drunk Ex (Sat) @enoriverbrewing
With history, live music, great food, and community vibes, Hillsborough is THE place to be this weekend. Don’t miss out! 🌟 #VisitHillsborough #LiveHistory #NCMusicScene
Apr 3
🚚🍛 Exciting News, Foodies! 🍛🚚
We’re thrilled to welcome Sanjha Chulha Indian Cuisine to the lineup! 🇮🇳🔥 Bringing the bold and vibrant flavors of North Indian Punjabi cuisine straight to you, this food truck is a must-try for lovers of authentic Indian eats.
From sizzling street food to rich, comforting classics, every bite is a celebration of tradition and taste. Brought to you by the team behind Durham’s Urban Turban Indian Grill & Bar, you can expect nothing but the best!
📍 Located at 255 S Churton St - Across from Studio 71. Open Thursday - Tuesday 2pm until 8pm. Follow them at: @sanjhachulhanc 🌶️🍽️ #SanjhaChulha #FoodTruckFinds #TasteOfIndia
Apr 2
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
