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Museum of Durham History

4.5

500 W Main St
Durham, NC 27701
Phone: (919) 246-9993
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Take in exhibits at the Museum of Durham History, a 21st-century museum that uses stories about people, places, and things to foster curiosity and promote an understanding of diverse perspectives about the Durham community and its history. Little ones can explore the children’s area stocked with blocks, train tracks, dress-up clothes and more. Located in the former downtown bus station, the museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and admission is free.


Hours:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

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Photo of Rebecca M Rebecca M
Sep 30, 2025 3

The Museum of Durham History is a small museum in Downtown Durham. The museum has a parking lot with free parking and admission to the museum is free. I did not find the museum welcoming and felt that I was in their way. The quilt on the wall was my favorite part of the museum. There is a children's area too. I had expected more exhibits inside but I was glad there were some outside. I wanted to learn more about Durham, but the museum did not cover much. The exhibits may change, so other exhibits may cover the history of the city better

Photo of Ilan Ilan
Jul 2, 2025 5

Fantastic Musem - Lots of really interesting information (Durham has a really rich history!), and the staff is wonderful. They truly changed our day for the better. And on top of it, it's a free museum. Definitely go, and definitely donate.

Photo of michael gwynn michael gwynn
Apr 12, 2025 5

Lovely small museum. Took about an hour to see and experience the tour

Photo of Travis Truong Travis Truong
Mar 22, 2025 4

Although the museum was tiny, the museum had quite a bit of information about the history of Durham which makes an ideal stop for people who want to explore Durham but are time-strapped.