Welcome to the Burwell School Historic Site

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. Learn more about free tours of the school.

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Ice Cream Social During June's Last Friday at the Burwell School
Friday, June 26, 2009, 6:30-8:30pm

Last Friday in June will be the Burwell School's annual ice cream social. We'll have ice cream for everyone, celebrity scoopers, live music, and more! Bring your blankets or chairs, a picnic basket, and the whole family for a lovely evening on the lawn of the historic Burwell School.

A special thanks to all who have supported and continue to support the Burwell School Historic Site. We truly appreciate your generosity. Our mission could not be completed without you!

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