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
In the spirit of giving, we would like to thank the local small business community for their encouragement and collaboration with us over the years- we have come a long way thanks to their support! As we turn the page to 2022, we know you will be as excited as… Read More
Thanks to your generous support, the Museum of Durham History has continued to bring together the community throughout 2021 by sharing stories, creating memories and offering diverse perspectives about our unique and inspiring history. This past year presented a thoughtful challenge: how could we bring people together to have engaging… Read More
The Museum of Durham History has been given a “Giving Tuesday Gift” from a member of a prominent local family. Aaron Spaulding was so inspired by museum board member Ruth and Victor Dzau’s $5,000 holiday match challenge, he surprised the museum with his own special gift, committing to increasing the… Read More
The NCCU student news outlet, the Campus Echo Online, wrote a great article about our More Than Just A Game exhibit and we could not be more thankful! It is amazing how this exhibit has united so many people from the NC Central community, even those who are not involved… Read More