The Museum of Durham History has an exciting new exhibit and dining series opening in April and we need your help to spread the word and join us for a culinary blast from the past! Durham is recognized nationally as the “Tastiest Town in the South”… Read More
More Than Just A Game, the exhibit led by NCCU’s Dr. Charles Johnson, has only been as successful as it is thanks to the countless hours of time given by very generous people. We are happy to see the richly-deserved attention the NCCU-NC A&T football… Read More
Did you know that besides the “Bull City” and “City of Medicine,” Durham has also been called the “Tastiest Town in the South” and “America’s Foodiest Small Town?” The Museum of Durham History is thrilled to explore the story of Durham’s restaurants and how community members have interacted… Read More
On Saturday, 2/19, the Museum was visited by NC Uproar and Oak City Supporters, two local fan clubs of the NCFC and NC Courage. While the group was visiting, we had a surprise drop-in from Dr. Charles Johnson, one of the Museum’s… Read More
The Museum of Durham History has officially started its own TikTok account. We are super excited to produce content that will reach an entirely new audience on the platform. We have even begun a series of videos named 150 Faces, 60 Seconds, in which we create 60-second biographies… Read More
MoDH Executive Director Patrick Mucklow was recently invited to the Forest at Duke to deliver a talk to its residents about the Museum and our current programs. It was Patrick’s first time speaking to a group there since the pandemic started, so it was a welcome opportunity for him to… Read More
Since the creation of the 150 Faces of Durham exhibit in 2019, it has been our privilege and our duty to spotlight those who have made an impact on the Bull City. As we enter 2022 and watch Faces of Durham live on as an outdoor installation with… Read More
Due to the inclement forecast, the museum will be closed 1/21/22. Very sorry about the lack of warning; we are just as disappointed as you! Make sure to stay safe and warm, and we will see you during our normal hours this weekend, weather permitting. Read More
A HAPPY NEW YEAR, INDEED! Just a couple of months ago we came to you, our Durham community, with a challenge to raise $30,000 by 11:59PM on New Year’s Eve to support our ongoing programs and mission. We have been busy processing your generous contributions from… Read More
A QUICK PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: The MoDH will be CLOSED: Friday 12/24, Saturday 12/25, and Sunday 12/26. We will also be CLOSED on Friday, 12/31, Saturday, 1/1, and Sunday, 1/2. We wish you the warmest of holiday… Read More