Eno River Farmers Market in downtown Hillsborough offers farm fresh vegetables and fruit, cheese, pasture raised meat and eggs, wood fire baked goods, prepared foods and crafts from local growers and producers. Our vendors are selected with great care based on the quality and diversity of their offerings; vendors must be local (within 60 miles of Hillsborough … Continued
Experience American history through the unique perspective of one of North Carolina’s oldest and most historically significant towns, with a guided walking tour of downtown Hillsborough. Established in 1754 as the seat of government for Orange County, Hillsborough’s colonial legacy and signs of its importance in North Carolina and American history can be seen everywhere. … Continued
Located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, Ayr Mount strikes a startling figure in the historical town. The 1815 federal, masonry edifice was the first of its kind in this once bustling trade town, and thanks to the preservation efforts of our founder Richard Jenrette, remains well preserved with several original family objects on display. CAHPT invites … Continued
Family fun for kids of all ages – thrills and frights await you as you enter the Witch’s Haunted Barn. A whimsical look at Halloween – fun for kids of all ages. Candy for every child at the end of the barn (if you survive!) and a pumpkin patch so you can pick out your … Continued
Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and The Orange Community Players for our annual Spirit's Tours. Come face-to-face with our ghostly residents to hear the chilling tales of Hillsborough’s spooky past. Tours last approximately one hour. The ghost performances are family-friendly, but please be aware that this is a walking tour over several blocks, and may include hills and uneven … Continued
Join us for Life Drawing sessions facilitated by Tom Stevens. Each session offers multiple rounds of gesture and pose drawings with a live nude model. Artists provide their own materials. We must have 5 pre-registrations to run the studio, so please pre-register if possible. Absolutely no photography or video allowed in the sessions. Register here: … Continued
Join the Orange County Historical Museum and Yonder: Southern Cocktails and Brew for another exciting historic cocktail tasting event! Host Eryk Pruitt will discuss presidential elections and the alcoholic beverages that fueled them. Attendees will have the chance to sample three campaign cocktails. Purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/36a9f326-abab-49fa-8f73-8ab31fb3910e
Located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, Ayr Mount strikes a startling figure in the historical town. The 1815 federal, masonry edifice was the first of its kind in this once bustling trade town, and thanks to the preservation efforts of our founder Richard Jenrette, remains well preserved with several original family objects on display. CAHPT invites … Continued