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Ayr Mount, a restored plantation house built in 1815, Hillsborough, North Carolina.
In Hillsborough, North Carolina, the economy has historically been driven by textiles and furniture manufacturing. While these industries remain important, the town's economy is becoming more diversified.1
The broader economy of North Carolina includes significant contributions from the service sector, military installations, and tourism. The Research Triangle area, which includes nearby Durham, has become a hub for research and development, particularly in technology-based manufacturing and services.2