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Revolutionary War Living History Day
April 5 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough as we invite you to immerse yourself in the captivating history of the American Revolution through a day of FREE, family-friendly events! Featuring reenactors, dancers, captivating historic tours, interactive activities, and collaborative events throughout the town, this is a day of enriching experiences for all to enjoy.
Click HERE to see our full schedule for the day!
>>> REGISTRATION is recommended, not required <<<
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Hillsborough Visitor Center – 150 E KING
– 23rd Royal Welch Fusiliers Reenactors and Firing Demonstrations
– Period cooking, Clothing, and Sewing Demonstrations from Historic Interpretations
– Brass Rubbings & Gaming Tavern
– Meet and Greet Historical Fiction Author Suzanne Adair
– Kid’s Craft Table
-One Day Wonder Exhibit from NC State Archives
-Scholarly Speakers Tent
-Battlefield Surgeon
-Revolutionary-Era Walking Tour Available for Purchase
-Everything’s Good Hog Dogs
The Burwell School Historic Site – 319 N CHURTON
– Ax-Throwing Station and Quill & Ink Writing Activities hosted by Camp Flintlock
– Fife and Drums Demonstrations by Camp Flintlock
– Colonial dancers will be performing throughout the day
– Guided House Tour
– A250 Marketplace
*Sugar Spun Refreshments
Orange County Historical Museum – 201 N CHURTON
– Colonial Hair & Makeup Boutique
– Kids’ Space Activities
Occaneechi Replica Village – 140 E MARGARET LANE
– Living History of Occaneechi Town
-Traditional Cooking Demonstrations
– Occaneechi Artisan Marketplace