The Museum of Durham History is thrilled to announce the hiring of Treat Harvey as its new full-time Director of Development. Treat (she/her), who brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to Durham’s cultural and nonprofit community, will lead the Museum’s fundraising efforts to support its mission of… 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
The museum had the honor of hosting Carrington Middle School teachers on Monday, August 22. The special opening was one stop on a team-building scavenger hunt through downtown Durham organized by ELA teacher, Amanda McCall. We wish all Durham teachers, students and school staff a successful 2022-23 school… Read More
Next week we’ll be launching our annual giving campaign and will be asking for your support through the end of the year as we look to offer more unique exhibits and programs in 2022. We will be bringing back our popular tote bags repurposed from past exhibit banners (above). Each… Read More
We want to take a moment and thank everyone who joined us to make the opening of our newest exhibit, More Than Just A Game: The NCCU vs. NC A&T Football Rivalry, a very special event. Read More
In September, Museum of Durham History Director of Operations, Jeanette Shaffer, attended the American Alliance for State and Local History national conference in Little Rock, Arkansas. Shaffer was selected to take part in a panel called “Action for Just Collections, Creativity, and Collaboration NOW” and presented on the Museum’s oral… Read More
We dedicated our 15th (!) History Grove on Sept. 28. The newest exhibit installation, located just off Anderson St. in Wrightwood Park, is in recognition of Dr. Robert Durden. MoDH Executive Director Patrick Mucklow was joined in the dedication by members of Dr. Durden’s… Read More
Our very own longtime volunteer Sharon Barry received the 2021 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award hosted by the Triangle Nonprofit & Volunteer Leadership Center. She was nominated due to her outstanding volunteer service and dedication. Congratulations Sharon, we’re grateful for your help during the COVID-19 pandemic and… Read More