Current Events
with PRESERVATION BURLINGTON
Saturday, November 4, 2023
10:00am - 4:00pm
Tour of Historic Homes: Glencoe Mill Village
Tour start location:
Textile Heritage Museum
2406 Glencoe Street, Burlington, NC 27215
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​There will not be a physical ticket mailed or available for pick up. Please bring your order receipt to the Textile Heritage Museum during the tour event.
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Saturday, November 4 | 10:00a - 4:00p
Advance Tickets:
>Preservation Burlington Members $25.00
>Non-Preservation Burlington Members $30.00
DAY OF TOUR:
>All tickets $35.00
Saturday, June 10, 2023
10:00am
Lighting Repair Workshop
Do you have old lamps & lighting that just don't shine like they used to? Come to our workshop to learn how to reconnect them & bring them back to life!
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Workshop location:
The Salvage Shop by Preservation Burlington
2359 Glencoe Street, Burlington, NC 27217
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Saturday, June 10 | 10:00a
Tickets:
Members: FREE
Non-Members: $10.00
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RSVP by Wednesday, June 7, 2023 via email to presburlington@gmail.com with subject "LIGHTING REPAIR WORKSHOP".
Saturday, May 13, 2023
10:00am - 12:00pm
Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum Tour
Take a tour of the historic Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum, where African American students studied in the early part of the 20th century.
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Tour start location:
Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum
6136 Burlington Rd., Gibsonville, NC 27249
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Attendees will meet at the museum before the tour starts. This will be an outdoor walking tour that should take approximately an hour & a half (depending on pace).
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Saturday, May 13 | 10:00a - 12:00p
Tickets: $2.00
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RSVP by Wednesday, May 10, 2023 via email to presburlington@gmail.com with subject "CHARLOTTE HAWKINS BROWN MUSEUM TOUR".
Saturday, March 11, 2023
10:00am - 12:00pm
Historic Haw River Tour
Learn about NC's textile history and
adaptive reuse of historic architecture.
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Tour start location:
The Lofts at Haw River
16 E Main St, Haw River, NC 27258
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Tour includes Granite Mill (1844), the Haw River Museum w/ special appearance by
Mayor Allen, & Holt’s Chapel (1892).
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Parking available at the Haw River Museum.
Handicap parking available at The Lofts at Haw River.
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Member Rate: FREE | Non-Member Rate: $10
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RSVP by Wednesday, March 8, 2023 via email to presburlington@gmail.com with subject "HISTORIC HAW RIVER TOUR".
Saturday, January 28, 2023
9:00am - 2:00pm
Historic Door Installation Workshop
Have you ever wanted to install a historic door? Or, do you have one that does not close or latch properly?
In this hands-on workshop, we will build and install a new door frame including jams, casings, & stops in a 140+ year old house and hang a historic salvaged door. Installation of historic and modern door hardware will also be covered.
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Meet us at The Salvage Shop by Preservation Burlington, wear warm clothes, bring a folding chair, bring your lunch (or we'll have lunch available for $15 purchase). If you're a member of Preservation Burlington, this workshop is complimentary with your membership. If you are NOT a member, tickets will be $10.
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RSVP by January 21 by emailing presburlington@gmail.com with subject "HISTORIC DOOR INSTALLATION WORKSHOP".
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Through preservation, education, and involvement, Preservation Burlington seeks to protect and celebrate the architectural and historical heritage of Burlington and the surrounding area. Historic preservation and adaptive re-use contributes to stronger, safer neighborhoods, economic development, aesthetic beauty, and community pride. By fostering within the community an appreciation of our historic properties, we aim to promote interest in, and good stewardship of our local historic treasures.
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We promote the preservation of historic structures by supporting property owners.
We educate the public about what historic preservation is, why it matters, and how it can enrich the entire community.
We advocate for preservation initiatives by encouraging projects that balance the need for development and growth with the desire to retain our historic resources.
