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We often talk about Duke Homestead as the birthplace of Washington Duke’s tobacco business. But it was also the birthplace of some important Duke family members, and where a handful of women worked to raise those children and maintain a home.

Come join us for a free Spring Egg Hunt here at Duke Homestead!

Join Duke Homestead State Historic Site at the historic Durham Athletic Park for a double-header vintage base ball game on November 11th!

Come join us for a free Spring Egg Hunt here at Duke Homestead!

You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!

You're invited to join us at Christmas by Candlelight - Experience an 1870s North Carolina Christmas with Duke Homestead!