Spencer L.
8/22/2025
This is such a cool little museum and place to see if you are wanting to do something unique in Durham that's rich in the city's history. Museum: 5/5 The museum has a ton of cool displays that...
Duke Homestead State Historic Site
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2828 Duke Homestead Rd
Durham, NC 27705
Duke Homestead State Historic Site is a historical landmark that offers visitors a glimpse into the life and legacy of the Duke family in North Carolina.
With preserved buildings, exhibits, and educational programs, the site aims to preserve and share the history of tobacco farming and the industrial rise of the Dukes in the late 19th century.
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Dave C.
3/16/2025
I think it best to take the guided tour, you get a great history of the Duke family's transition from farming to production - leading to an efficient industry. Highlights include entering the 2nd...
Travis T.
3/22/2025
The museum about tobacco was interesting especially the old tobacco TV commercials. Even better is that admission is free. The buildings on a former farm were interesting to look at even though...
Bruce K.
10/10/2020
"A Duke has been sitting on this Exchange since it was founded! We founded this Exchange! It's ours! It belongs to us!" Don Ameche as Mortimer Duke in Trading Places (1983) Northbound on US 501,...
Roger N.
9/2/2023
We spent several hours here watching their film, studying the tobacco history and touring the homestead buildings. Jordon, our guide, was a mine of knowledge, and gave a very informative tour. We...
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