Ayr Mount
376 St. Mary’s Road
Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278
(919)732-6886
(919)732-4524 – fax
email: ayrmount@classicalamericanhomes.org
House Tour Schedule:
Open: March 21 – December 20
Fee: $10 per person
| Mon., Tues. |
By Appointment Only |
| Wed. |
Tour at 11am |
| Thurs., Fri., Sat. |
Tours at 11am and 2pm |
| Sun. |
Tour at 2 pm |
Poet’s Walk:
Gates Open: Daily
Fee: No Charge
A visit to Ayr Mount would not be complete without enjoying the beautifully landscaped grounds and taking a leisurely stroll along our one-mile “Poet’s Walk.” This walking trail meanders through woodlands and pastures, alongside the banks of the Eno River, with views of the Kirkland family cemetery, the old tavern foundation, and the Indian Trading Path. You may also wish to bring a picnic basket to enjoy at one of our many picnic tables nestled under hardwoods and pines.
| Jan., Feb., Nov., Dec. |
9am – 5pm |
| Mar., Apr., Sept., Oct. |
9am – 6pm |
| May and August |
9am – 7pm |
| June and July |
9am – 8pm |
May be closed without notice for maintenance, weather, holidays,
or special events. |
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Tour Information:
A guided tour covers information about Ayr Mount’s architecture, restoration, furniture, decorative arts collection, and Kirkland family history. Tours last approximately one hour. Parking is free. Admission is $10.00.
We welcome large groups year-round. Please contact us in advance to make special arrangements. Bus parking is available.
Rental Information:
Ayr Mount (house and/or grounds) is available for private and public functions providing the activity is sensitive to this historic setting and its surrounding neighborhood. Staff approval is required for parties, receptions, meetings, photo/film shoots, ceremonies, assemblies, and other special events. Please contact the site manager for application, rules, and rental fees.
Additional Information:
Ayr Mount Historic Site is a property of Classical American Homes Preservation Trust and is managed by Preservation North Carolina. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Trust Partner Places charter member.
Ayr Mount can be seen in The Magazine Antiques (May 1989); Southern Accents (1992), Old House Interiors (January 2000), and AAA North Carolina Guidebook (2006).
Directions:
See map.
Links:
www.presnc.org
www.historichillsborough.org
www.chocvb.org
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