The Durham Medical Orchestra, which is associated with Duke University, was founded in 2010 by volunteer musicians with the mission to unite health-related professionals, Duke University, and the surrounding community through musical performance and collaboration to foster health, wellness, and the cultural enrichment of its audiences and members. The orchestra now has more than 100 members, … [Read more...] about Free spring concert by Durham Medical Orchestra May 4
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Nasher Museum’s Family Day April 13
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. You might be interested in our list of museums in the Triangle with free admission (all the time or certain days.) Upcoming Events at Nasher Museum of Art Find a full list of events at Nasher Museum of Art at nasher.duke.edu/events/. … [Read more...] about Nasher Museum’s Family Day April 13
Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
The Ciompi Quartet of Duke University was founded in 1965. Its members are all professors at Duke, where they teach instrumental music, perform across campus and coach chamber music. The current members are Eric Pritchard, Hsiao-mei Ju, Jonathan Bagg and Caroline Stinson. The Ciompi Quartet is performing in several free concerts. Please visit ciompi.org for a complete list of upcoming … [Read more...] about Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings
The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke university is presenting its annual French Film Festival from January 30 to February 13, 2025. The screenings are free and take place at Rubenstein Arts Center, 2020 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The films will be introduced in English, subtitled in English and followed by a Q&A session in English. French Film Festival … [Read more...] about French Film Festival with The Center for French and Francophone Studies at Duke University — free screenings
Bach Cantata Series at Duke University Chapel Feb. 2
Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, is often filled with music, and much of the time it's available for the public to listen to, for free. During weekdays, there is typically a 15-minute Carillon recital at 5 p.m. Events at Duke Chapel See all upcoming events on the Duke University Chapel website. Here's some of what's coming up: Duke Chorale Holiday Concert with … [Read more...] about Bach Cantata Series at Duke University Chapel Feb. 2
Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 10 to Nov 7
Duke Arts is hosting a Dia de Muertos Ofrenda, a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel, 401 Chapel Hill Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Seven artists from the Inter-Latin American Artist Collective (ILAAC) created oversized calaveras, colorfully painted skulls traditionally used to decorate ofrendas, and adorned the ofrenda with traditional elements. Visitors will find bright yellow and … [Read more...] about Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 10 to Nov 7
Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 20
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting its Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free event, and no registration is required. Parking fees, $2 per hour, apply. This festival takes place outdoors, at Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden. The location requires traveling on a combination of paved and unpaved paths with … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 20
Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University is celebrating Juneteenth on Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free celebration. Enjoy spoken word artists, a poetry writing workshop, interactive art experiences and more. There will be a cash bar. The Nasher is at 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Parking is free. The museum is closed on Wednesday, June 19, for … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Nasher Museum of Art June 20
Free concert by Duke Symphony Orchestra (and more)
Duke University Department of Music is presenting concerts for the public to enjoy. Many of the concerts are free, and some have a small ticket fee. You can find the full list of upcoming events at music.duke.edu/events. Venues for the concerts include: Baldwin Auditorium1336 Campus Drive, Durham, NC East Duke Building 1304 Campus Drive, Durham, NC Biddle Music Building9 Brodie Gym … [Read more...] about Free concert by Duke Symphony Orchestra (and more)
Free live stream performances and online workshops with Duke Arts
The Ruby (Rubenstein Arts Center), at 2020 Campus Drive, Durham, was designed with the arts in mind. It encompasses 10 multipurpose studios, the Duke programs in Dance and Arts of the Moving Image, a makerspace, the 200-seat von der Heyden Studio Theater, a film theater, student-run radio station WXDU-FM, and the Ruby Lounge. It hosts many events, including film screenings, art exhibits, … [Read more...] about Free live stream performances and online workshops with Duke Arts
