On Friday, September 20th, the Museum of Durham History officially unveiled its new exhibit, 100 Years of Duke: Names to Remember, here at 500 West Main Street. The event was very well-received and had an amazing turnout. Guest speakers included Stelfanie Williams from the Duke Office… Read More
On July 12, as part of the ongoing “History Among Friends” collaborative series between the MoDH and the Friends of the Durham Library, the heavy rain moved on from Durham just in time to allow a sizable audience to make their way to Books Among Friends to… Read More
THIS POSITION IS FILLED AND HAS NOW CLOSED. Development Director Detailed Position Description The Museum of Durham History is a 21st-century museum that uses stories about people, places, and things to foster curiosity, encourage further inquiry, and promote an understanding of diverse perspectives about the… Read More
As we approach the end of our fiscal year, we’re reflecting on the many ways our community has come together to celebrate and preserve Durham’s rich history. One of our most cherished initiatives is the History Groves program, and we need YOUR HELP to… Read More
In observance of Juneteenth, the Museum of Durham History will be CLOSED on Wednesday, 6/19. The youngest of the federally-recognized holidays, Juneteenth has only recently been widely acknowledged by Americans outside of the Black community. As a city rich with African American history, Durham has a lot to offer this… Read More
The Museum of Durham History, in collaboration with the Friends of the Durham Library, has launched an engaging author series titled “History Among Friends.” Hosted at the cozy and welcoming Books Among Friends store, this series brings together authors, Durham-lovers, and curious book shoppers for an intimate exploration… Read More
On May 3rd, the Museum of Durham History hosted a heartwarming and educational event: “F is for First Responders.” This family-friendly gathering brought the community together to celebrate and learn about the crucial roles of our local first responders. With dozens of families in attendance, it was a morning filled… Read More
The Museum of Durham History wants to wish a very happy graduation season to North Carolina Central University, Duke University and all Triangle students! A special congratulations to our student-volunteers & interns, and our very own Operations Manager Clay Harrison, for their academic success! We wanted to include another… Read More
In preparation for our Art Wellness Exchange sessions on April 25th-27th, we welcome you to listen the Pandemic Reflections podcast, created by the Jordan High School Innovation Labs. The experiences shared by the students in this recording are similar to the programming that will be covered in the workshops,… Read More
On April 7, the Museum of Durham History helped dedicate the seventeenth History Grove, this time at Beth El Synagogue, commemorating the late Rabbi Steven Sager. MoDH History Advisory Committee member Dr. Karin Shapiro and former board member Dr. Steve Channing, pioneers of the History Grove… Read More