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201 N. Churton Street
Hillsborough, NC 27278 United States Get Directions
919-732-2201
http://www.orangehistorync.org/
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Revolutionary War Living History Day 2024

Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States +3 more

Every year, the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough invites the public to experience the local history of the American Revolution with a day of family-friendly events. With live reenactors, dancers, historic tours, interactive activities, and collaborative events throughout town, this is a day all can enjoy. Revolutionary War Living History Day focuses on Hillsborough’s unique role … Continued

Mask and reveal exhibit opening

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Between January 11 and January 29, you can visit the Museum to see pieces of art from the African Diaspora.​ African masks are a living tradition. Carved from wood and augmented with other natural materials, they represent cultural values and are intended to be used in ritualized performances as a means to connect with the … Continued

Napoleonic toy soldiers Opening Exhibit

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Planning on Seeing the Napoleon Movie? Then be sure to join the Orange County Historical Museum for the opening of a new display showcasing highlights from Cole Anderson's collection of over 3,000 Napoleonic toy soldiers. The cases will feature dramatic battle scenes designed with historical accuracy.   Opening Night Reception On December 14th from 5:30-7PM, … Continued

Kid’s Space Celebration

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Kids' Space has been re-imagined to look like Hillsborough in 1823. Children can: Shop at Kirkland's and mail a letter Cook a meal or make butter in Eliza Estes' kitchen Grow vegetables in the garden of the Union Hotel Learn Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic at Hillsborough Academy Print papers at Dennis Heartt's Print Shop Make … Continued

Treasure Hunters – Opening Night Reception

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Adventure awaits at the Orange County Historical Museum! Treasure Hunters: Orange County Collectors exhibit will be open to the public starting Saturday, February 11. Stop in from 11-4 to get a first look. It features items from the collections of 16 collectors and showcases many others. Refreshments will be served on Saturday!

Ghosts of Hillsborough

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Although normally hidden from sight, the ghosts of six people who lived in Hillsborough have agreed to talk about their lives… and deaths. From 4-6 PM, visitors can stop in at the Orange County Historical Museum to listen to these ghosts’ stories. Included in this dramatic presentation will be Eno Will, Jane Doe,  McDowal Alves … Continued

Victoria Mattison read-aloud of ‘Minnie Finds a Home’!

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Sunday, March 27, 2pm.  Victoria Mattison read-aloud of. 'Minnie Finds a Home'! HYBRID: No registration needed to attend on-site. To view the livestream of this event, register at www.orangehistorync.org. The OCHM will host an on-site read aloud with Vicky Mattison, a 34 year teaching veteran, a proud 1972 graduate of Orange High School, and former … Continued

Event Series Family crafts

Family crafts

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Free family crafts and story time are offered at the Orange County Historical Museum, Saturday at 11am.

Event Series Family crafts

Family crafts

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Free family crafts and story time are offered at the Orange County Historical Museum, Saturday at 11am.

Event Series Family crafts

Family crafts

Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States

Free family crafts and story time are offered at the Orange County Historical Museum, Saturday at 11am.