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The house (c. 1821, 1848) and outbuildings served as the Rev. and Mrs. Burwell's Female School from 1837 to 1857, one of the earliest female schools in NC. The house includes furnishings and exhibits that depict the life at the school as well as occasional traveling exhibits. A formal garden with significant plantings is also on site. Daily guided tours during hours of operation focusing on the Burwell family, their slaves and the school's students in antebellum Hillsborough. Self-guided Beehive tours focus on the life during the Civil War when the site was the home of the Collins Family of Somerset Plantation. Special tours by appointment.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Moorefields

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Alfred Moore (1755-1810) of Wilmington built Moorefields in 1785

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

Inn at Teardrop

An old-fashioned bed & breakfast located in the heart of historic Hillsborough. Built in 1769 and enlarged in 1880, the house has 6 rooms and is furnished with antiques. There is a small garden for guests to enjoy.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Saratoga Grill

Charming second-story restaurant in the heart of historic Hillsborough, specializing in grilled seafood, but also offering other entrees.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Bandido's Mexican Cafe

Specializes in shredded beef Mexican specialties, but also serves a large selection of vegetarian dinners and low-fat dinner selections. Also offers special hot and spicy selections for true "chili heads."

Hillsborough, NC Businesses


Things to do near Hillsborough, NC

Inn at Hyland Hills

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Bishop's Emporium

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El Jalapeno

Traditional Mexican food. Open daily for lunch and dinner. ...

Steele Creek Marina & Campground

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