Pauli Murray Center Open Saturday

The Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray was a twentieth-century human rights activist, legal scholar, author, labor organizer, poet, Episcopal priest, multiracial Black, LGBTQ+ Durhamite who lived one of the most remarkable lives of the 20th century. S/he was the first Black person to earn a JSD (Doctor of the Science of Law) degree from Yale Law School, a founder of the National Organization for Women and the first Black person perceived as a woman to be ordained an Episcopal priest.

Murray's childhood home is a national historic site, museum, and hub for local activism. Join a self-guided tour of Pauli Murray's childhood home and explore both the outdoor and indoor exhibits, highlighting the themes of identity, activism, and love. Staff and volunteers will be on site to help answer questions and welcome you to the space.