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. […]

Join Us for a FREE Friday Night Ceilidh! Hosted by The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough, this event is made possible with the support from North Carolina’s America 250 initiative. Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough for a delightful evening of Scottish tradition and celebration at our Friday Night Ceilidh on September 27th from 6:00 to […]

Join us for this fascinating walking tour and discover the stories behind the sixteen historical markers that line four blocks of one of the Piedmont's oldest streets. They start in the 1600s and go right through to the 1960s. The FULL stories behind the people and events depicted briefly on the markers are often much […]

Immerse yourself in Scottish culture with live music, bagpipes, traditional dancing, and interactive activities for all ages, all held on the scenic grounds of Ayr Mount. Calling all Outlander fans! Visit our Dickson House Craigh Na Dun and be whisked away to the outlandish side of Hillsborough. Stroll in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire Fraser on […]

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]