Durham and Durham County
Known as the City of Medicine, Durham's dominant influence is Duke University and the many amenities it provides. Like one of the best healthcare systems in the country, miles and miles of hiking trails in Duke Forest, and the American Dance Festival. But, the resources don't stop there. Here are some links to get you started exploring all that Durham has to offer.
Visitor Information
Government
Neighborhoods
Public Schools
Higher Ed
Health care
Chamber of Commerce
Parks, gardens, lakes, trails, etc.
- Duke Gardens
- Duke Forest
- Eno River
- West Point on the Eno
- Durham City Parks
- Durham City Trails
- Triangle Trails
- NC bicycle maps
- Falls Lake
- Lake Michie and Little River Lake
Other recreation, etc.
- Durham Bulls
- Historic places
- Bennett Place
- Historic Stagville
- Hayti Heritage Center
- Duke Homestead
- Museum of Life and Science (including the Butterfly House)
- Duke Primate Center
- Duke Chapel
Events
- World Beer Festival
- Bull Durham Blues Festival
- Festival on the Eno
- Centerfest
- NC Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
- Duke Childrens Classic
- Duke University - American Dance Festival
- Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Arts
- Royall Center for the Arts
- Man Bites Dog Theater
- Arts at Duke University
- NCCU Art Museum
Shopping
- Brightleaf
- Northgate
- Southpointe
Demographics
Other information