As the MoDH approaches it’s 5th anniversary this October (time flies!) its leadership is taking the opportunity to reflect and look toward the future. On a recent Saturday in late March, the MoDH board of directors held a daylong retreat to focus on its goals and mission. The MoDH wants to… Read More
In early March, the museum reconvened its History Advisory Committee in order to receive feedback on its upcoming exhibits, programming, and events. This group of local historians has assisted the museum in developing content, identifying resources, and thinking creatively about how to present material to our audiences. During this meeting,… Read More
Please join us on Friday, April 20 from 6:00PM-8:00PM at the Museum of Durham History (500 W. Main St.) for the opening event for our newest exhibit, Building Bridges through Good Faith, highlighting the growth and development of one of the oldest Muslim communities in North Carolina. This event is… Read More
On February 22, MoDH participated in a Twitter-based discussion about black Muslim life in America on Feb. 22. Led by Pen American (a free speech organization) and Sapelo Square (a group highlighting black Muslim heritage), this virtual roundtable allowed us to participate in a nation-wide discussion. #BlackMuslimLegacy townhall generated… Read More
In November, 11th- and 12th-grade students from Voyager Academy visited the museum to record oral history projects in our Story Room. The students conducted interviews with Durhamites and their experiences during the Civil Rights era. These intriguing interviews provide a diverse range of perspectives! MoDH volunteer and Duke U. student Shauna… Read More
Looking for ways to commemorate and reflect on the history and culture of the African American community? Check out one of these great events taking place around Durham throughout the month of February. Lecture – “History of the Civil Rights Movement” February 12, 2018 North Carolina Central… Read More
The Museum of Durham History is always seeking input from the community on what they want to see in the museum. The exhibit area Tell Us What We Left Out invites visitors to use post-it notes to ask questions or suggest topics of Durham history they would like to see… Read More
The MoDH partners with local organizations to establish “History Groves”: small groves of native plants, a bench, and a plaque to honor those who played significant roles in creating our unique community. Here visitors can pause and reflect, and every site has a durable marker naming the honoree. Check out a… Read More