Historical Foundation of Hillsborough and Orange County

The Foundation was formed in 2007 through the merger of the Hillsborough Historical Society and the Orange County Historical Museum.

Our Goals

• Operate the Orange County Historical Museum.
• Collect, preserve, catalog, and house historic artifacts and documents relevant to Hillsborough and Orange County history, applying professional techniques towards this end.
• Use the foundation’s collections as a tool for educating the public about our history through exhibits, in-house and outreach programs, public lectures, publications, and special events.
• Make historic documents, artifacts, photographs, and other records available to those researching Hillsborough and Orange County history.
• Provide support and assistance for historic preservation efforts in Hillsborough and Orange County.