category : Museums
Located on the site of NC's 1789 Constitutional Convention, the museum interprets the history of Orange County from pre-settlement period through 1950s. Collection includes the only complete set of Colonial weights and measures in the US and the desk of Governor Thomas Burke. A second floor gallery features works of a different local artist each month.

Address:
201 N. Churton St.
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Phone: (919)732-2201

Our Email: info@orangecountymuseum.org
Our Website:www.orangecountymuseum.org

Come visit us in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Attractions and Upcoming Events

The Dog House

One of a local chain in business since 1970, serving hot dogs, fries, baked beans, apple turnovers, soft drinks and iced tea.

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

Yum Yum Chinese

Serves Cantonese, Mandarin, Hunan and Szechwan food. Daily lunch specials.

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

Holiday Inn Express

83 rooms, including 7 suites. Free continental breakfast, pool, fitness center, 24-hour coffee in the main lobby, 24-hour fax and copy services. Near shopping and the interstate.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Moorefields

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

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

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Orange County Historical Museum

Attractions and Upcoming Events

The Dog House

Yum Yum Chinese

Inn at Teardrop

Holiday Inn Express

Moorefields

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