Whether you come for the arts scene, great outdoors, or local history, the community in this Orange County town welcomes all interests.
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Colonial Capitals
Before our legislators began meeting in Raleigh, many cities and towns across the state served as seats of government.
Leland Little Auctions Helps Bring Historic Pieces Home
An auctioneer in Orange County not only sells precious art and other items gleaned from estates, but he also helps trace their ancestry and facilitate the return of some historic pieces to their rightful homes.
Winter at Montrose Gardens
In the cold depths of winter, color and life shine vibrantly underfoot as winter blooms and blossoms peek out from the grounds at this Hillsborough garden.
Riverside Revival in Hillsborough
A sprawling 19th-century estate near the Eno River tells the story of some of Orange County’s early residents and their Federal-style flair.
The Sound of Summer in Orange County
In Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, live music is a summer staple. We’ll tell you where to spend an evening — and grab a bite — accompanied by the sweet sound of summer.
Occoneechee Speedway Is the Track That Time Forgot
Occoneechee Speedway was born at the same time as NASCAR, lived a short but spectacular life, and then faded away into the woods in Hillsborough. The forest that hid it for decades has given it new life as a hiking trail.
An Inn for the Ages in Hillsborough
Having survived Civil War pillaging and nearly two decades of neglect, a historic hotel in Hillsborough refuses to surrender. The structure’s latest incarnation brings memories of the past together with modern twists on Southern cuisine.
Lighting the Sky for Solstice in Hillsborough
Hillsborough’s Lantern Walk will change direction this year, but the colorful lights will still shine for the community to enjoy during the longest night of the year.
