Bringing Orange County History and People Together
The Museum is free to visit!​
Hours
Monday 11-4, Tuesday 11-4, Wednesday by appointment, Thursday 11-4, Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-4, Sunday 12-4
Free tours available upon request!
Mapping the Businesses of Hillsborough
In June 2022, the Orange County Historical Museum began an ambitious project to chart the businesses that have existed in the downtown, historic district of Hillsborough. Phase 1 depicts the commercial activities along Churton Street from just below Margaret Lane to just above Tryon Street, focusing on the businesses that fronted Churton Street. Other phases will expand the coverage.
Click the button below to access the Churton Street website
If you have additional information to share or if you notice information that is incorrect, please contact us!
email: programs@orangehistorync.org
phone: 919-732-2201
From the Vault
Back in 2010 and 2011, the board of the Museum created a series of videos about important people and places in 20th century Orange County history.
Each month, we will unlock a new video and upload it to our YouTube channel for you to watch.
This month's feature video:
Charles Stanley Remembers West Hillsborough
Charles Stanley shares his recollections of growing up in W. Hillsborough, across the railroad tracks from the mill village, in the 1940s and 50s. His memories include school, playing soldier during WWII, movie theaters , and learning to swim in the Eno River.