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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 minutes for tour. The courthouse is still in operation for county judicial business, so some areas are restricted. Free.

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Chatwood Garden

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 Gardens

Montrose Gardens

A nationally known complex of gardens begun in the mid-19

Hillsborough, NC Gardens

Yum Yum Chinese

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

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

Moorefields

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

Hillsborough, NC Other Attractions

Pizza Hut

Pizza, Italian entrees, sandwiches and salads.

Hillsborough, NC Businesses

Things to do near Hillsborough, NC

Comfort Suites

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Holly Ridge Family Campground

Holly Ridge is located in a beautiful rural area featuring both grassy and shaded sites with easy access for large RV's and M...

Pine Tree Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 10 days...

Ivey Arboretum

Hickory is the home of the Ivey Arboretum, a collection of over 400 labeled species of native and rare trees and shrubs withi...