Burwell School Historic Site, at 319 N. Churton Street, in Hillsborough’s historic district, is free to visit during its year-round opening hours:
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday: 1 to 4 p.m.
- Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Individual tours of the Burwell School Historic Site are offered free of charge during operating hours. A self-guided option is available at all times or you can enjoy a docent led tour on the weekends. No appointment is required for individuals or groups under five people.
The Burwell Academy for Young Ladies was one of the state’s earliest schools for girls. The site today includes the Burwell residence (ca. 1821, 1848), the original brick classroom building of Robert and Margaret Anna Burwell’s school (ca.1837- 1857), and a rare brick “necessary house” (ca. 1837).
The Burwell School Historic Site hosts events throughout the year, and you can find them all on the website or Facebook page.
Halloween at Burwell
Friday, October 25, 2024
5 to 8 p.m.
Free — registration is encouraged and donations are welcome
Enjoy crafts and candy from 5 to 7 p.m.: At 7:30 p.m., the site will transform for a spine-tingling special tour, complete with costumed guides who will share eerie tales and historical insights.
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More Events
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Burwell School Historic Site
319 N. Churton Street
Hillsborough, NC 919-732-7451
Mt. Bright Baptist Church, Hillsborough
[…] Burwell School Fall FestivalDate: Saturday, September 21, 2024Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Place: Burwell School Historic Site, 319 N Churton Street, Hillsborough, NCCost: FreeFeatures: Local vendors, a bake sale, tag sale, children’s games and more. […]