We believe that preservation is more than just historic architecture.
It’s also about landscapes and people.
To preserve the true essence of what Chapel Hill is all about, we endeavor to save the community around us.
The Preservation Society fulfills its mission through a number of different programs and efforts.
We invite you to explore our site and join us in the effort to keep Chapel Hill “The Southern Part of Heaven”.
Welcome and enjoy!
~ Preservation Director Ernest Dollar and Preservation Board of Directors
The Preservation Society of Chapel Hill at The Horace Williams House
| Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Friday – 10 AM to 4 PM Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM |
Location: 610 East Rosemary Street Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MapQuest Directions |
| Email: chpreservation@mindspring.com |
Phone: (919) 942-7818 |
Our Mission
The Preservation Society of Chapel Hill is dedicated to protecting the character and heritage of the Town of Chapel Hill through the preservation, conservation, and promotion of its built and natural environments.
What We Do
- Maintains the historic Horace Williams House as a cultural center offering historic programming and art exhibitions. See our video on the Horace Williams House with Preservation Director Ernest Dollar.
- Operates a revolving fund for buying and improving endangered historic properties.
- Works with the Town of Chapel Hill to establish historic districts and document historic buildings, landscapes, and structures.
- Produces educational material highlighting the importance of preservation and local history.
- Publishes a quarterly newsletter.
- Presents tours of historic homes, Franklin Street, and the Old Chapel Hill Cemetery.
- Provides skilled advice and assistance for restoring historic properties.
