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Gibsonville is opening its doors...
This year’s Tour of Historic Homes invites you to explore places that have shaped Gibsonville and the surrounding community. From landmark homes and historic gathering places, to sacred grounds and preservation projects still unfolding, each site reveals another layer of the story.
Expect architecture, local history, a few surprises, and rare access to places you may have passed countless times without knowing what happened behind their doors...
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Claim your Place in Local History
Become the exclusive sponsor of a featured tour property and help preserve the places, stories, and traditions that shape our community. Sponsors may keep it simple or make the opportunity their own, from sharing the tour with customers in advance to joining us on-site and connecting with visitors during the event.
Are there rules?
Because this tour includes private homes, please be respectful of the properties and follow these guidelines
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Some homeowners may request that you wear plastic booties over your shoes. Please comply with this request.
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Please avoid high heels as many of the homes have original wood flooring that can be damaged.
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Certain sections or rooms in the houses may be blocked off and are not part of the tour. Please respect barriers and signs and do not opened closed doors.
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No pets are allowed.
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Private homes are not handicap accessible.
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Photography is permitted only from the sidewalk. Please do not take pictures or video inside the homes.
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Please silence your phone and step outside to take calls.
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No smoking is allowed on the properties.
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Please do not sit or lean on furniture or touch items, drapes, or walls.
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Well behaved children are welcome with a ticket, but no strollers are permitted inside the homes.
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Please closely supervise your children at all times.
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Tickets are non-refundable.
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Tour goes on rain, snow or shine.
When can I purchase tickets?
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Tickets can be purchased beginning September 1st.
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Advanced tickets are sold at a member ($25.00) and non-member ($30.00) discounted price.
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You can become a member at anytime, on our online store or at The Salvage Shop.
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Discount pricing ends October 20th.
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October 21 thru the day of the tour all tickets are $35.00, regardless of membership status.
How do I purchase tickets?
1. In our online store
2. Wayne's Attic, cash/check only
247 E. Front St., Burlington, NC
3. Gibsonville Antiques & Collectibles, cash/check only
106 E. Railroad Ave., Gibsonville, NC
4. The Salvage Shop, 9:00am-2:00pn
Open 1st Saturdays: Sept. 5, Oct. 3.
2359 Glencoe St., Burlington, NC
*Not every location accepts credit card, please read details for each.
**Member pricing advanced tickets are only available online or at The Salvage Shop.
What happens next?
If you purchase your tickets online, prior to October 15th:
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A ticket and "how the tour works" guide will be mailed to you
If you purchase your tickets online, after October 15th:
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Your ticket will be at will-call at the check-in table the day of the tour. The "how the tour works" guide will be sent to the email you used with your order.
If you purchase your tickets in person:
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Your ticket and "how the tour works" guide are given to you at the time of purchase.
The Day of the Tour:
Start at Check-In
Walker & Bullard Law Office
229 E. Main St., Gibsonville, NC
Check-In opens at 9:30am and closes at 3:30pm
You can arrive at any time, but please make sure you allow your self plenty of time to visit all of the tour sites! Many of properties are quite large with many buildings and artifacts on site to explore.
At check-In you will receive your tour guidebook & wristband
The tour guidebook contains all of the tour site addresses as well as a map to help guide your historic adventure.
Your wristband is required at all tour sites. This is how you get access to each property.
Our Tour Partners
These businesses and organizations help make the Annual Tour of Historic Homes possible. Please take a moment to support them and learn more about the work they do in our community!
Preservation Alamance
Through preservation, education, and involvement, Preservation Alamance seeks to protect and celebrate the architectural and historical heritage of Alamance and the surrounding area.
Gibsonville Antiques & Collectibles
Since 2011, packed with vintage finds, local treasures, and the kind of pieces that make you say, “Well, that’s coming home with me.” Stop in, browse awhile and see what little piece of history is waiting on the shelf.
Gibsonville Museum & Historical Society
Since 2009, GMHSI works to collect, preserve, and share the history of Gibsonville and the surrounding region. Through exhibits, research, and community storytelling, it keeps local history accessible today and protected for future generations.
Wayne's Attic
For nearly three decades, Wayne’s Attic has been a familiar neighborhood place where old objects, local stories, and friendly conversation come together. More than an antiques shop, it reflects the warmth of a community that values connection and the history found in everyday things.
A huge thank you to Younce Photography for photographing this year's tour sites!
