Burwell School Historic Site

Burwell School Historic Site Historic house in Hillsborough, NC. Learn about girls' education and couturier Elizabeth Keckly.

The Burwell School is a historic house museum located in Hillsborough, NC that preserves and interprets the history of its antebellum and Civil War era residents. The Burwell School Historic Site offers free docent-led and self-guided tours, a variety of cultural events, and engaging and innovative heritage education programs for children and young adults.

Two weeks away! Join us for a special Black History Month program featuring Judge Beverly Scarlett and film producer and...
02/13/2026

Two weeks away! Join us for a special Black History Month program featuring Judge Beverly Scarlett and film producer and actor Ronnie Warner as they explore the lives and legacies of local Black historical figures. Highlighting individuals such as Martha Chavious, Joseph Nichols, and Fannie Warner, the speakers will bring forward powerful stories of resilience, leadership, and community impact.

This engaging program invites audiences to connect with Black history in a personal and meaningful way, offering a rare chance to hear these stories told by the descendants who carry their legacy forward. RSVP for free at burwellschool.org/events.

We are OPEN!! Come on in for tours during our regular operating hours - we are so excited to welcome guests once again.
02/11/2026

We are OPEN!! Come on in for tours during our regular operating hours - we are so excited to welcome guests once again.

The recent winter weather has pushed back planned maintenance on the Burwell School Historic Site, and unfortunately, we...
02/04/2026

The recent winter weather has pushed back planned maintenance on the Burwell School Historic Site, and unfortunately, we are not able to open as planned. We look forward to welcoming you back once the maintenance is complete!

Join us for a special Black History Month program featuring Judge Beverly Scarlett and film producer and actor Ronnie Wa...
01/30/2026

Join us for a special Black History Month program featuring Judge Beverly Scarlett and film producer and actor Ronnie Warner as they explore the lives and legacies of local Black historical figures. Highlighting individuals such as Martha Chavious, Joseph Nichols, and Fannie Warner, the speakers will bring forward powerful stories of resilience, leadership, and community impact.

This engaging program invites audiences to connect with Black history in a personal and meaningful way, offering a rare chance to hear these stories told by the descendants who carry their legacy forward.

TOMORROW we welcome Dr. Sylvia Hoffert for an author talk and book signing. You won't want to miss out on this opportuni...
12/13/2025

TOMORROW we welcome Dr. Sylvia Hoffert for an author talk and book signing. You won't want to miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best!

Our halls are decked and we can't wait to welcome you in! Stop by during our operating hours to receive a special holida...
12/12/2025

Our halls are decked and we can't wait to welcome you in! Stop by during our operating hours to receive a special holiday-themed tour.

Additionally, tickets are still available for our rescheduled Candlelit Toast! Visit burwellschool.org/events or call us at 919-732-7451 to grab your tickets.

The Candlelit Toast event scheduled for this evening has been POSTPONED due to the freezing temperatures and risk of bla...
12/09/2025

The Candlelit Toast event scheduled for this evening has been POSTPONED due to the freezing temperatures and risk of black ice. It will now be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Tickets are still available, come celebrate the holiday season with us!

Only a few hours left! Your gift ensures more students can experience history firsthand and helps preserve our 200-yea...
12/03/2025

Only a few hours left! Your gift ensures more students can experience history firsthand and helps preserve our 200-year-old historic site. Donate now through the link in our bio to help us reach our goal before midnight.

Visit www.burwellschool.org/support-burwell.

Each year, hundreds of students walk through Burwell School’s doors and experience history firsthand. Your gift today en...
12/02/2025

Each year, hundreds of students walk through Burwell School’s doors and experience history firsthand. Your gift today ensures these programs continue! Make your contribution now at burwellschool.org/support-burwell

Thanks to our early supporters, we’re 20% of the way to our goal! Your gift today helps us continue hosting community ...
12/02/2025

Thanks to our early supporters, we’re 20% of the way to our goal! Your gift today helps us continue hosting community programs, student visits, and preserving Burwell’s historic stories. Keep the momentum going and donate now at burwellschool.org/support-burwell.

Address

319 N Churton Street
Hillsborough, NC
27278

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+19197327451

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