The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. (See below.)
The event is free and open to the public.
The event takes place Saturday, March 25th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hillsborough was one of the most historically significant towns in North Carolina in the years leading up to the Revolution.
Revolutionary War Living History Day focuses on Hillsborough’s unique role in the American Revolution, recalling the occupation of Hillsborough by British General Lord Charles Cornwallis and his 1,900-man army on February 20th, 1781.
Hillsborough Visitor Center
150 E King Street, Hillsborough
- 23rd Royal Welch Fusiliers, 33rd Regiment of Foot and HM 64th Regiment of Foot reenactors
- Colonial cooking, sewing, and beer-making demonstrations by Historic Interpretations
- Visit with colonial reenactors
- Meet and greet historical fiction author Suzanne Adair
- Children’s Games hosted by the DAR
- Revolutionary Era Guided Walking Tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. ($15/ticket)
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
210 St. Mary’s Road, Hillsborough
- Explore the grounds that once served as the NC Constitutional Convention in 1788
- Learn more about the church’s rich history
The Orange County Historical Museum
201 N Churton Street, Hillsborough
- Revolutionary War era items will be highlighted in the Museum
Burwell School
319 N Churton Street, Hillsborough
- Quill and Ink lessons by Camp Flintlock
- Tomahawk throw for all ages, hosted by Camp Flintlock
You can find updates on The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough’s Facebook page.
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