This 18th century Quaker-plan Farmhouse is known as the "Last Headquarters of the Confederacy," and features exhibits, gift shop and an 18th and 19th century medicinal and herbal garden. It serves as the Orange County Visitor's Center, coordinated by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough, with information on attractions, lodging, dining and shopping in Hillsborough. Guided and self-guided tours available.
Designed and built by John Berry in 1844-1845. Outstanding example of Greek Revival architecture with details of woodwork and stair brackets from Asher-Benjamins' pattern book. An English Clock (c.1769), a gift to the town of Hillsborough, is located in the courthouse cupola. Allow 15
Hillsborough, NC Historic Courthouses This 190-acre state natural area includes covers most of Occoneechee Mountain with an 867-foot-high summit, part of the Eno River, hiking trails, scenic overlooks and two fishing ponds. There is a park ranger on site. Historic and nature-related educational programs are available.
The Garden consists of a one acre woodland filled with a camellia collections and plentiful natives. The site is filled with Old Box, Hollies and other traditional southern plantings. Other beds include a 100 foot mixed perennial and woody border; a formal parterre herb garden;
Hillsborough, NC GardensLocated on the site of NC's 1789 Constitutional Convention, the museum interprets the history of Orange County from pre-settlement period through 1950
Hillsborough, NC Museums The finest and freshest locally grown produce, prepared foods, flowers and crafts. Open every Saturday 8am - Noon from April through November.
Hillsborough, NC Farmers Markets
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