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04/12/2025 11am-1pm

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Panel Discussion Honoring Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols at Library Fest 2025

The Museum of Durham History is proud to present a special panel discussion (FREE and open to the public) honoring the legacy of Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols (1940-2012), the first female Physician Assistant (PA) in the United States and a tireless advocate for fair housing, healthcare, and social… Learn More

04/25/2025 6pm-8pm

Events

Upcoming Exhibit: Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery

The Museum of Durham History, in partnership with the Friends of Geer Cemetery, is proud to present Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery: Using Archaeology to Reclaim, Restore, and Respect Sacred Space. This powerful exhibit explores how archaeological discoveries at Geer Cemetery have uncovered long-forgotten artifacts, shedding light on the… Learn More