Duke Homestead State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum

Address 2828 Duke Homestead Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Phone (919) 477-5498    Fax (919) 479-7092
Web Site www.nchistoricsites.org/duke/DUKE.HTM
Categories Architecture, History/Social Studies, Museum/Galleries

Description

National Historic Landmark where Washington Duke started his successful tobacco empire. Duke family's mid-1800s home, tobacco barns, original factory, and museum showcase the beginnings of the modern day tobacco industry.

General Information
Refreshments Yes
Gift Shop/Retail Area Yes
Air-Conditioned Facilities Yes
Tour Guide Onsite Yes
Distance To Nearby Locations
Distance From Convention Center 4.5 miles
Distance From Airport 18.1 miles
Admission
Free Yes
Payment Methods Accepted Cash, Debit Card, Local Check, Mastercard, Non Local Check, Visa
Parking
Parking Free
Motorcoach Parking 1
Access For People With Disabilities
HCA Restrooms Yes
HCA Walkways Yes
HCA Parking Yes
HCA Viewing Areas Yes
Educational Information
School Group Information/Program Description Duke Homestead offers field trip opportunities for students from Pre-kindergarten through high school and college. We offer special programs throughout the year
specifically for students - Living history programs run throughout the Spring and Fall and are open to students from 2nd through 5th grades, and Christmas Traditions
and Celebrations is offered the first two weeks of December to Pre-kindergarten through 1st grade students. An hour-and-a-half visit, offered year round to all age groups, includes our orientation film, museum tour, and site or house tour. Adult groups are welcome year round.
Grade Age Level All
Program Location Varies
Reservation Lead Time 2 weeks