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Duke Homestead Historic Site
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NameDuke Homestead Historic Site
Brief DescriptionHome of Washington Duke & Beginning of Tobacco Industry
TypeAttraction
CategoryDurham North Carolina Historic Site
DescriptionHome of Confederate Civil War veteran, Washington Duke, this 19th century tobacco farm was the beginning of the pipe tobacco industry in Durham. The original Duke home and farm buildings are available for visitors to tour. An extensive museum of the tobacco industry and agriculture in Durham is located in the visitor center. This historic site is a designated National Historic Landmark.
Address2828 Duke Homestead Road
CSZDurham, North Carolina 27705
CostFREE (Admission Fee for Special Events)
HoursTuesday-Saturday (9am-5pm)
Websitewww.dukehomestead.nchistoricsites.org
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Last Updated1/15/2009
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