This month, the Chili Billie’s Cooking Team is serving up picnic food to raise funds for preservation of our historic Masonic Hall. They are selling hot dogs, hamburgers, chili – of course! – and all the other fixings. We will also have an assortment of chips, sodas, and bottled water for purchase, too. The Chili … Continued
The brothers of Eagle Lodge #19 are inviting the community to our historic Masonic Hall building for guided tours from 6-8:30 pm on the last Friday of each month from April to September. Tours are ongoing, so stop by anytime during Last Friday. You will begin with a history of our lot, located along the … Continued
Artists Nell Chandler, Ellie Reinhold, and Evelyn Ward chose the title, Elemental Form, for their show, connecting the lines, shapes, and textures in Ward’s pottery, the designs etched into the metals of Chandler’s jewelry, and the visual inspiration from nature for Reinhold’s paintings. Nell Chandler began as a painter and printmaker. With the gift of … Continued
As spring gets ready to become summer, joyous transitions abound -- weddings, proms, graduations .... and many other reasons for celebration and eager anticipation! Participating artists include Margery Chandler, Jeannette Johnson, David Knox, Ray LaMantia, Jacqueline Rimmler, Bernard Thomas, Ron Weisenfeld, and Barbara Younger. Opening reception during the May Last Friday Art Walk, Friday, May … Continued
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is proud to announce the opening of its new satellite space, The Little Market, with an inaugural exhibition by artist Adrienne Knowles. The show, titled “Atmospherics,” features a striking new body of abstract landscapes. A reception will be held Friday, May 30th from 6-9pm in conjunction with the Art Walk. … Continued
Join Us for the FREE Hands-On History Fair! Get ready to step into the past at the Hands-On History Fair on May 31st from 10am–3pm at the Hillsborough Visitor Center grounds! This FREE community event brings history to life with fun, family-friendly, and interactive experiences. Meet local preservationists, artisans, and history-minded organizations as they showcase … Continued
Join the “Past Meets Present Preservation Tour” for an exclusive glimpse into the unseen facets of Hillsborough's historic charm. This specially curated tour offers behind-the-scenes access to both public spaces and private homes, unveiling rarely seen interiors and providing unique insights into ongoing preservation efforts. What to Expect The day begins with an exclusive morning … 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