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The Orange County Historical Museum tells the story of Orange County, NC from early indigenous people through the 20th century.

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Happy Thanksgiving! We're truly grateful for all of our guests, staff, board members, sponsors, and supporters. We would not be here without you!

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This book is one of our fan favorites! It tells the history of Orange County through the adventures of an extraordinary dog. Now available for purchase at our gift shop and would be a perfect gift for the holidays! #giftidea #ncmuseum #orangecounty #hillsborough

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Our "My Diary of Online Dating" dialogue event is 1 day away! Please join us as we enjoy the reading from this novel by the author Adrainne Thompson. Register for this event on our website https://t.co/PWNZGwxjW6! #ncmuseum #ncevents #hillsborough

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We're excited to showcase a few history facts from our Date Night Exhibit this week. Date Night will explore 20th Century pieces from fashion, food, music, and fun! Come by to visit us from Friday-Sunday 11a-4pm. #artfact #ncevents #datenight #museumfun #hillsborough

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We're 7 days away from our "My Diary of Online Dating" dialogue virtual event! The renowned author Adrainne Thompson of this novel will discuss the social epidemic of online dating. Register at https://t.co/PWNZGwxjW6! #museumfun #ncevents #hillsborough

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It’s going to be a ‘spooktacular’ weekend in Hillsborough! Don’t miss us as a stop on the merchant trick or treat route this Friday from 3pm to 6pm, and enjoy a variety of festivities all weekend long. @allianceforhistorichillsborough #visithillsborough

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NEW spooky self-guided walking tour from the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough! Download this self-guided tour of Hillsborough’s Hauntings from https://t.co/jGHmocoJcC…if you dare.

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Occaneechi Village Work Day! 20 folks (16 yrs+) needed to help out at the Occaneechi Village this Sat., Oct. 23rd from 9-1! Projects adding stones to a fire circle and securing the posts. Requires gloves (please bring your own). Please RSVP to [email protected].

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Don't miss out on Margaret Lane Gallery's newest kids craft- appropriately spooky themed!

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New Sat. craft alert! Engage in the tradition of dressing-up for what started as an ancient harvest festival, and evolved into Halloween as we know it. Make your own witch or wizard hat! Peek at this photo from 1910 showing handmade witch costumes. Photo: Getty Images

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There's still time to join us on a virtual
exploration of North Carolina's trading paths! Don't
miss the final installment of “The Networks of
Early North Carolina History” with Tom
Magnuson on 10/7/21 at 7pm. Register now through https://t.co/NdMjwUVpeP. #northcarolinahistory

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The Orange County Historical Museum is seeking a PT employee to work as a guest assistant and front desk operator. Hours are 11AM to 4PM on Sat and/or Sun (applicants may choose either or both days). Email [email protected] to find out more.

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Registration is now open for the 4th and final installment of “The Networks of Early North Carolina History” with Tom Magnuson! This event will take place virtually on Thursday, October 7, at 7pm. Sign up at https://t.co/NdMjwUDOnh. (Please note space is limited).

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On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the OCHM commemorates the lives lost, and those who gave their lives to save others. Pictured here is a bag collected following the event; it was provided by the OC Public Library, and has the US flag and the words 'free to read' on it.

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Date Night Food, 1960s: Fast food made inroads into the dating scenes. In 1964, Hardees opened its 2nd restaurant in Chapel Hill. The menu included hamburgers 15¢, fries 10¢, and shakes 20¢.
Come see our special exhibit "Date Night!" Sponsors: #pheinc#hillsborough.chamber

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Join the Burwell School 9/12/21 for another (virtual) 'Impolite Conversation', featuring Ellen Steinberg, designer of the WHUP and Arts Council logos, and curator of life. More information at: https://t.co/4LfUR0le9H

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Social activity for frats in the early 20th c. involved formal dances. There were so few women on campus that students invited dates from nearby colleges! Learn more at our “Date Night” exhibit. Sponsors: #hillsboroughchamberofcommerce #pheinc

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Date Night Food Crazes of the 1950s – A picnic for two? In the fifties “salad” meant add mayonnaise: tuna salad, egg salad, potato salad, macaroni salad…
Come see our special exhibit "Date Night," now through December 31. Sponsored by #pheinc#hillsborough.chamber

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Fashion Fads, 1990s grunge! Waistlines dropped, spaghetti straps held up camisoles and slip dresses. Hair was styled in “The Rachel,” tiny braids or with a scrunchie. Learn more at “Date Night.” Sponsors:
#allianceforhistorichillsborough
#hillsboroughchamberofcommerce
#pheinc

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See you at 201 N. Churton Street tonight for a Last Fridays evening filled with Museum history, music by the Vintage Blues, and a free craft activity! #visithillsboroughnc #hillsboroughartscouncil