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Moorefields | House & Grounds Tour | 2 time slots

Date: Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM

Venue: Moorefields, Hillsborough

Price: $10 | 12pm & 3pm

Category: Community

Enjoy a guided tour of the 1785 historic home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Moorefields was built as the summer home of US Supreme Court Justice Alfred Moore, the second and last Justice from North Carolina, and a founder of UNC. In the 20th century the home was restored and maintained by artist Edward Draper-Savage, who designed the formal gardens and created a cemetery for his beloved cats. Stroll the grounds and gardens and visit both the cemetery of the Moore family, as well as the cemetery of Draper-Savage and his cats.

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Moorefields | House & Grounds Tour | 2 time slots

When
Today
Thu, Oct 8, 2026
12:00 PM
Where
Moorefields
Hillsborough, NC
Ages
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Price
$10 | 12pm & 3pm
chapel hillfamily friendly

Moorefields House and Grounds Tour is a guided educational walk through a 1785 historic estate in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Visitors can step inside the former summer home of Supreme Court Justice Alfred Moore and explore the surrounding formal gardens, which feature both a traditional family cemetery and a dedicated resting place for the former owner's cats. What to Know: Tickets cost ten dollars per person, with tour times available at noon and 3:00 PM. The property features gravel paths and grassy lawns, so wear sturdy walking shoes and leave the stroller in the car. While the historical details inside the home are best suited for older children and teens, younger kids will enjoy running around the outdoor gardens and spotting the cat graves. This event makes a great weekend outing because it combines local history with plenty of fresh air. It is an easy way to squeeze in an educational field trip that feels more like a relaxed backyard stroll than a stuffy museum visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tour suitable for toddlers?
The indoor portion of the tour is best for school-aged children who can listen quietly, but toddlers will enjoy exploring the outdoor gardens and open grassy areas.

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Moorefields | House & Grounds Tour | 2 time slots runs Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 12:00 PM.

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Moorefields is at 2201 Moorefields, Hillsborough, NC 27278, Hillsborough, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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