Since 1960, the Beaufort Historical Association has held an annual Old Homes Tour in June to celebrate the rich history of Beaufort. The Old Homes Tour & More offers locals and visitors the perfect opportunity to explore a variety of homes, gardens, churches, art stops, and studios. The Old Homes Tour has always brought community – both near and far – together. It welcomes thousands who return year after year to enjoy the tour and the many accompanying events as well as the countless attractions, amenities, and activities Beaufort has to offer.
Celebrating its 65th anniversary, the Old Homes Tour & More is a time of community involvement when Beaufort residents proudly open their homes to support BHA’s ongoing preservation and educational programs. The event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Beaufort Historical Association.
A Year of Firsts
As Beaufort grows into a town of old and new, The Old Homes Tour & More also expands its scope. In addition to exploring historic homes and gardens with all their warmth of centuries old character, two Waypoint Hubs have been added: The 805 Mulberry Condominiums/Mainsail Event Space (newly restored and repurposed from the old Beaufort Graded School and Gym), and five new homes in the Beau Coast neighborhood. Each stop on the tour captures the Southern Hospitality of Beaufort, honoring American and local history while also showcasing the future as new generations call it home.
In addition to historic places, private homes, churches, and gardens, the tour will also include several art stops and galleries as well as a charming wine and flower shop. Accompanying events offer guests a week full of activities that appeal to lovers of books, history, music, wine and spirits, and gardens. Our 2026 Old Homes Tour & More Featured Artist is Nicole White Kennedy. Her new works highlight many delightful local scenes. Be sure to visit her show at the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery during the Old Homes Tour & More or at the Kickoff Party & Bartenders Challenge – you may not resist taking a piece of art home with you!
Private Homes and Gardens
are open Friday and Saturday, June 26 & 27 from 10:00am – 4:00pm.
Ticket Information
*Tour tickets are $35.00, good for both days of the tour. NOTE: Hard Copy tickets are required for entry to the Beaufort Historic Site buildings, all private homes and condominium homes, and the Old Burying Grounds.
Click this link to purchase your tickets to the Old Homes Tour & More, and other related events: https://beauforthistoricsite.org/old-beaufort-virtual-shop/
Tickets pre-purchased by phone or online will be held in our ticket office until the dates of the event. Hard copy tickets must be picked up under the name of the person who purchased the tickets at either of two locations on June 26 and/or June 27. Pick-Up locations are The Beaufort Historic Site at 130 Turner Street or The Mainsail Event Center at 805 Mulberry Street. Ticket Pick-Up Stations will be clearly marked, and it does not matter which Pick-Up location you choose. Hard copy tickets will be also available in our Welcome Center Gift Shop on June 15 for anyone who would like to pick up hard copies of their purchased tickets in advance.
Printed programs and guide maps to all the activities will be provided at both Ticket Pick-Up Station locations. The Mulberry Street location offers free parking for this event.
Complimentary shuttles will loop continuously between tour hubs and destinations during tour hours both days.
We remind guests that this is a historic walking tour and summer heat can be taxing for some. Please be prepared by wearing comfortable, soft-soled shoes to protect your feet as well as the hard-wood floors of the beautiful homes! Many destination stops on the Tour Map will offer cool water to ensure guests stay hydrated but carrying personal bottled water is encouraged.
For tickets and more details regarding the Old Homes Tour & More, visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org, give us a call at 252.728.5225, or swing by the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street.
*Reminder: Entry to The Mainsail Exhibit Event Center and all events in that space are free.
Special Bonus Event
To commemorate the opening of the newly restored and repurposed Mulberry Site Condominium Homes and the Mainsail Event Center, the Beaufort Historical Association is hosting a reception celebration for the community on Saturday, June 27 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm in The Mainsail (old gym). This special heritage event will honor town residents who were students at the former campus or taught and administrated there. We will celebrate the old high school era Seadogs spirit that cheered on their basketball team through 91 straight wins in the 1950s and 1960s whose record still stands as the “winningest” boys basketball team in North Carolina history! No ticket required. All curious to see the renovated gym complete with Seadogs memorabilia, decor and legacy trophies from bygone days are invited to attend the reception.