Durham

  Next door to Chapel Hill and UNC-Chapel Hill is Durham and Duke University. Durham is most famous for its Duke University and the Duke University Medical Center. The main tourist attraction – or so we were told – is the University Chapel, a very antique looking building which houses some 50 bells ranging up to 5 tons in size. Now that’s a bell! We expected to hear them sound off but were disappointed. They only play at 5p and we just couldn’t wait that long and still make it to Wilmington.

Visitors' Center - From I-85 take exit 176-A ("Gregson") and follow Gregson southbound to Trinity Avenue Street (10 blocks). Turn left on Trinity and follow it to Mangum Street (US-501 Business). Turn right and the Durham Visitor Information Center is on your left at the intersection of Mangum and Seminary Streets.
  The lobby of the visitors' center, well stocked with literature, is open 24 hours daily. The staff is there from 8:30a to 5p Mondays through Friday and 10a to 2p on Saturdays.
  For more information phone 1-800-446-8604 (toll free).

• Bennett Place State Historic Site
• Duke University Chapel
• Magic Wings Butterfly House and Bayer Crop Science Insectarium
• Museum of Life and Science
• Sarah P. Duke Gardens

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Duke University Chapel - Durham's most popular tourist attraction, the Duke University Chapel (built in 1930) is a prime example of English-Gothic architecture and represents one of the last great collegiate Gothic projects in the United States. It features the only significant Æolian Organ built for a church. This 4-manual, 5,200 pipe instrument is about to be completely restored to its original condition and is really a pleasure to hear. In the 210-foot tower of the chapel is installed a 50-bell carillon; the bells range up to 5 tons in size. The aesthetic impact of the chapel is accented by the beautiful, stained-glass windows.
  The Inter-denominational chapel serves the university community and holds Sunday morning worship at 11a to which all are welcome. During the fall and spring semesters there are numerous recitals and concerts by the university organists and guest performers. The carillonneur gives a recital at 5p weekdays and before and after the Sunday worship service.
  The Chapel is normally open to tourists daily from 8a to 5p. Tourists are also invited to attend Sunday service at 11a.
  For more information phone 1-919-684-2572 or visit their web page: DukeChapel.
  From I-40 take exit 270. If eastbound, turn left; if westbound, turn right. Follod US-15 northbound (be sure to stay on US-15 at the US-501 Business split) to the NC-751 (Cameron Blvd) exit. Turn right and follow 751 eastbound to Duke University Road. Turn left, continue to Campus Drive, turn left and follow the signs to the Chapel on Chapel Drive. (This is the Duke West Campus.)
  From I-85 southbound, take exit 174-B and drive southbound on the US-15/501 freeway to the NC-751 (Cameron Blvd) exit. Turn left and follow 751 eastbound to Duke University Road. Turn left, continue to Campus Drive, turn left and follow the signs to the Chapel on Chapel Drive. (This is the Duke West Campus.)
  From I-85 northbound, take exit 172 and follow the East-West Freeway (NC-147) to the US-15/501 southbound exit. Drive southbound on the US-15/501 freeway to the NC-751 (Cameron Blvd) exit. Turn left and follow 751 eastbound to Duke University Road. Turn left, continue to Campus Drive, turn left and follow the signs to the Chapel on Chapel Drive. (This is the Duke West Campus.)

Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 55 acres of landscaped and woodland gardens featuring over 2,000 kinds of plants. Of special interest is their 20-acre Culberson Asiatic Arboretum. About 550 species and cultivars of Asian plants which is a living example of the close relationship of the flora of the Eastern U.S. with the flora of eastern Asia. Five miles of pathways with landscaped bridges, courts, lawns, ponds and waterfalls help create a very enjoyable experience for the visitor. Docent-led tours are also available by advance arrangement.
  Open daily from 8a to dusk. Admission FREE.
  For more information phone 1-919-684-3698 or visit their web site: SarahDuke.
  From I-40 westbound take exit 279-B and follow NC-147 (Durham Freeway) into Durham to the Swift Avenue exit. Turn left onto Swift Avenue and drive 4 blocks to the 4-way stop at Campus Drive. Turn right onto Campus Drive and drive to Anderson Street (the first traffic light) and turn right. The main entrance is 150 yards on your left after the intersection (half-circle drive with stone walls). Address: 418 Anderson Street.
  From I-40 eastbound, take exit 270 and turn left to follow US-15 northbound (be sure to stay on US-15 at the US-501 Business split) to the NC-751 (Cameron Blvd) exit. Turn right and follow 751 eastbound to Duke University Road. Turn left, continue to Anderson Street. Turn left and and continue to 418 Anderson Street.
  From I-85 southbound, take exit 176-B and drive southbound on Duke Street to W. Chapel Hill Street. Turn right and drive (eastbound) to Anderson Street. (Note: Chapel Hill Street becomes Duke University Road a few blocks after you cross the East-West Freeway.) Turn right onto Anderson Street and continue to 418 Anderson Street.
  From I-85 northbound, take exit 172 and follow the East-West Freeway (NC-147) to the Swift Avenue exit. Turn right onto Swift Avenue and drive 4 blocks to the 4-way stop at Campus Drive. Turn right onto Campus Drive and drive to Anderson Street (the first traffic light) and turn right. The main entrance is 150 yards on your left after the intersection (half-circle drive with stone walls). Address: 418 Anderson Street. .

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