Louisburg College
Community
Since 1787, Louisburg College has shared its stage, its gardens, and its front porch with Franklin County and the communities around it. Come for a concert, a walk in the gardens, or a meal on campus.
Visiting Campus
501 North Main Street, Louisburg, NC 27549 — about 31 miles north of Raleigh. Main line: (919) 496-2521.
Planning a Visit to the Gardens?
De Hart Botanical Gardens is off campus on US 401, 5.5 miles south of Louisburg. Open to the public sunrise to sunset.
Community Resources
Performances, exhibitions, outdoor spaces, and everyday campus services open to neighbors, families, and visitors across Franklin County and the region.
Arts & Culture
Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center (JPAC)
The region’s home for concerts, theatre, and civic events — anchored by the 1,200-seat Dixon Auditorium, the Norris Theater, and two art galleries. Home of the Allen de Hart Concert Series.
Arts & Culture
Cultural Arts
Art exhibitions, gallery shows, and cultural programming that bring artists and audiences to campus throughout the year.
Arts & Culture
Tar River Center for History and Culture
Preserving and sharing the history, stories, and heritage of the Tar River region and Franklin County.
Gardens & Grounds
De Hart Botanical Gardens
92 acres of preserved forest, open meadow, and a lake — free and open to the public for hiking, picnics, weddings, 5K runs, community concerts, and educational programs.
Gardens & Grounds
Event & Venue Rentals
Host a wedding, recital, conference, or community gathering at JPAC, the De Hart Gardens, or other campus spaces.
Gardens & Grounds
Our College Town
Shops, restaurants, history, and things to do in downtown Louisburg — steps from campus.
Visiting Louisburg
Campus Map & Directions
Find buildings, parking, and JPAC on our campus map, with directions to downtown Louisburg from Raleigh and beyond.
Visiting Louisburg
Campus Dining
Today’s menus, dining hours, and locations across campus.
Visiting Louisburg
Canes Store
Louisburg College apparel, gifts, and souvenirs in the Jordan Student Center, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., plus an online catalog.
Get Involved
Hurricanes Athletics
Game schedules, tickets, and ways to cheer on Louisburg’s student-athletes.
Get Involved
Community Calendar
Concerts, lectures, worship services, and public events open to the community.
Get Involved
Support Louisburg
Sponsor a concert season, support the gardens, or invest in students from across rural North Carolina.
Coming Up at JPAC
Christmas Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 6, 4:30 p.m. — followed by the campus tree lighting and hot cocoa. All are welcome.