REVOLUTIONARY WAR LIVING HISTORY DAY

APRIL 11 2026  I  10AM-4PM

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.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Revolutionary War
Living History Day

                                          Saturday, April 11th 2026  I  10am – 4pm

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.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Rev War- Era Walking Tour 10:30am

Join us for a Revolutionary Era guided walking tour of Hillsborough's historic district! 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.

Outlandish Hillsborough Walking Tour 2pm

Beginning in the 4th book of the Outlander series and the 5th season of the hit TV show, Jamie and Claire Fraser settle in a fictional Scottish community in North Carolina. The story intertwines with that of the Regulator Uprising that took place in and around Hillsborough in the 1770s, making Hillsborough a natural location for this event.
The tour will begin at the Hillsborough Visitor Center and will take you along the Frasers' footsteps to see many of the sites featured within the Outlander series relating to Hillsborough and the Regulator uprising prior to the Revolutionary War.

Sites & Parking Map

Click below to save our events map which includes the locations to all participating sites as well as a free parking guide.
Map

MEET THE SPEAKERS

HAPPENING AROUND TOWN

OTHER REVOLUTIONARY WAR INFO

The Occaneechi Band of The Saponi Nation: From the Revolutionary War to the 20th Century

Join Occaneechi historian Lawrence Dunmore as he takes us on a journey through Occaneechi-Saponi history.

The Revolutionary War in North Carolina & 13 Places to Learn About It!

From NC Tripping

WALKING TOUR TICKETS

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where do I park? 

Parking is easy and FREE! All sites included in the days festivities are walkable from downtown lots; however there is ample parking at each location as well. 

Dickson House Parking – There are free street parking available at the Dickson House

The Burwell School Historic Site – Visitors can park in the gravel lot near the rear entrance of the school. 

Orange County Historical Museum – Attendees can park in the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce lot directly across the street from the Museum. 

Occaneechi Replica Village – The easiest way to park is either at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion off Margaret Lane, or the public lot located off Cameron Street. 

2. Where should I eat?

Hillsborough’s food scene is unreal! You really can’t go wrong. Since we can’t choose a favorite, we suggest you take a look at our Restaurant Guide.

3. Anything for people to do if they don’t like history?

Of course! From hiking and playgrounds, to unique boutiques and galleries, Hillsborough is so much more than just our beautiful historic streets. Check out our Tourism Guide for suggestions. 


Revolutionary War Day is made possible by our collaborating partners