Historic Hope Foundation, Windsor, NC Museum

Welcome to Historic Hope, restored home of former North Carolina Governor David Stone (1770-1818). Located four miles west of Windsor, NC, the complex offers unique insights into the late 18th- and 19th-century rural life in eastern North Carolina and the South.

The centerpiece of the plantation is the c. 1803 Hope Mansion, Governor Stone's stunning example of an academic architectural combination of Federal and Georgian architecture. Restored and opened to the public since 1972, the mansion is meticulously furnished with an extensive collection of original period pieces.
The 1763 King-Bazemore House represents a fine example of vernacular architecture. It is one of the few remaining examples in North Carolina of mid-eighteenth century "hall and parlor" design. The home has been restored and furnished based on the 1778 inventory of owner, William King.
Hope Plantation front of mansion house
Front of Hope House Mansion
Hope Plantation King-Bazemore House
The 1763 King-Bazemore House represents a fine example of vernacular architecture. It is one of the few remaining examples in North Carolina of mid-eighteenth century “hall and parlor” design. The home has been restored and furnished based on the 1778 inventory of owner, William King.

Both homes are on the National Register of Historic Places and are administered by the Historic Hope Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of Bertie County and Roanoke-Chowan Region of North Carolina. Historic Hope is managed by a paid staff and board of directors. The site is open to the public.  Please check our hours listed under the Visit tab.

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Membership

Join the Historic Hope Foundation and Help the Future Meet the Past As a member of the Historic Hope Foundation, you will join the growing number … Learn more...

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“Hope for Tomorrow” Capital Campaign

The primary goal of this campaign is to raise funds to repair and maintain the David Stone Mansion and the King Bazemore House.

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Recent News

Tour Guide/Museum Educator

Tour Guide/Museum Educator is needed 2-3 days per week (Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM) with an occasional weekend day for special events. You will guide visitors through on-site historical buildings sharing information on the life … [Read More...]

Fen Rascoe’s “Paint Out” – Thursday, September 21st

Historic Hope and the Bertie County Arts Council offer experienced plein air painters the opportunity to paint with accomplished artist Fen Rascoe. Spend a day of fun and creative expression capturing the beauty of the site as Fen leads the group … [Read More...]

Save the Dates for our Exciting Programs

Save the dates for more of our exciting programs: September 21st - Fen Rascoe's Paint Out October 5th - The Art of Bertie: Yesterday and Today (Held at the Arts Council) October 28th - Haunted Forest December 2nd - Candlelight Tour December … [Read More...]