Revolutionary War Living History Day

Join the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough as we invite you to immerse yourself in the captivating history of the American Revolution through a day of FREE, family-friendly events! Featuring reenactors, dancers, captivating historic tours, interactive activities, and collaborative events throughout the town, this is a day of enriching experiences for all to enjoy.

Click HERE to see our full schedule for the day!

>>> REGISTRATION is recommended, not required <<<

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Hillsborough Visitor Center - 150 E KING

- 23rd Royal Welch Fusiliers Reenactors and Firing Demonstrations

- Period cooking, Clothing, and Sewing Demonstrations from Historic Interpretations

- Brass Rubbings & Gaming Tavern

- Meet and Greet Historical Fiction Author Suzanne Adair

- Kid's Craft Table

-One Day Wonder Exhibit from NC State Archives

-Scholarly Speakers Tent

-Battlefield Surgeon

-Revolutionary-Era Walking Tour Available for Purchase

-Everything's Good Hog Dogs

The Burwell School Historic Site - 319 N CHURTON

- Ax-Throwing Station and Quill & Ink Writing Activities hosted by Camp Flintlock

- Fife and Drums Demonstrations by Camp Flintlock

- Colonial dancers will be performing throughout the day

- Guided House Tour

- A250 Marketplace

*Sugar Spun Refreshments

Orange County Historical Museum - 201 N CHURTON

- Colonial Hair & Makeup Boutique

- Kids' Space Activities

Occaneechi Replica Village - 140 E MARGARET LANE

- Living History of Occaneechi Town

-Traditional Cooking Demonstrations

- Occaneechi Artisan Marketplace