This past weekend, Treat Harvey and Clay Harrison had the opportunity to represent the Museum of Durham History at the North Carolina Museums Council’s 2025 Conference in Raleigh, NC. While there, they connected with several North Carolina museum institutions, and got to promote the Museum’s mission and programming on the state level. Read More
The Museum of Durham History is excited to announce that our traveling exhibit, Durham A-Z: E is for ESP is now on display at the Duke Medical Center Library & Archives! This fascinating exhibit explores the groundbreaking work of J.B. and Louisa Rhine and the Duke University Parapsychology Laboratory, which… Read More
It has been a busy season for our traveling exhibits here at the Museum of Durham History. Last week, we installed L is for Legacy in Spring Valley Elementary, a biographical display on Floyd McKissick Sr. and a perfect complement to Black History Month school curriculum. In fact, Spring Valley students… Read More
As a nonprofit museum, we rely on the financial support of individuals, foundations, and corporations, as well as Durham County and the City of Durham to mount our exhibits within the Museum building and to send our exhibits out beyond our walls. Your support makes… Read More
With the introduction of Our History, Our Voice, we will be removing the volunteer-curated sidewalk display of Duke-related Durham residents from various eras and industries who have profoundly impacted the community. Come visit the Museum this weekend for a last chance to appreciate these great folks!… Read More
As the holiday season approaches, we’re reminded of the power of community and the joy of giving. A key part of our exhibit, 100 Years of Duke: Names to Remember, is the story of Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols, P.A., who not only was a pioneer in the… Read More
It’s been an exciting week for the Museum of Durham History! We were thrilled to participate in two fantastic events that celebrate the rich history and culture of our city with Preservation Durham and Research Triangle Park. Brand Fortner at Preservation Durham’s 50th Love Myoung at… Read More
The Museum of Durham History is pleased to welcome Geoff Durham, President and CEO of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce, to its Board of Directors. Geoff joins the Museum’s leadership team at a time of dynamic growth and opportunity, bringing with him a wealth of expertise in community development… Read More
This holiday season, the Museum wants to highlight some events in our community, hosted by a few of our history-focused and local partner organizations. Make sure to get out and support our friends… November Third Friday in the Visitor Info Center – Storytelling with Indigenous Memories Take… Read More
Durham is proudly hosting NC Comicon this Saturday and Sunday, November 9th-10th, at the Durham Convention Center. We welcome all cosplayers and convention goers to stop by the Museum to grab a Museum of Durham History canvas tote bag, FREE with proof of Comicon ticket purchase. And… Read More
