Explore the Rich Heritage at the Museum of Durham History

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, the Museum of Durham History is located at 500 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701. From downtown Durham, head west on W Main St. The museum will be on your right. There is street parking available nearby, but be mindful of any parking restrictions. Expect to pay around $1.50 per hour at metered spaces.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  To reach the Museum of Durham History by bus, use the GoDurham public transit system. Board a bus that services routes 1, 3, or 5 that stop at the nearest bus stop to the museum. You can get off at the 'Main St at Mangum St' stop. The museum is just a short walk from there, heading west on Main St. A one-way fare on the bus is $1.00.

• Walking

  For those already in the downtown area, the museum is easily accessible by walking. Simply head to W Main St and walk west. The museum is located at 500 W Main St, and it should take you about 10-15 minutes to walk there from the center of downtown.

• Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

  Using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft is another convenient option. Simply enter 'Museum of Durham History' or the address '500 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701' in your app. Rideshare costs may vary, but you can expect to pay approximately $5-$10 depending on your pickup location within Durham.