West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. West Point on the Eno features: Several historic buildings are available to tour, including: Coming up at West Point on the Eno To find other events at West Point on the Eno, go to the Durham Park … [Read more...] about Fall Colors Hike, and more, at West Point on the Eno
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Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
Wake Forest's haunted history will come alive once more at Spirits of Wake Forest walking tours, presented by Wake Forest Downtown. Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell. This tour will feature a number of last year's favorite stories, along with plenty of new material. The tours take place from … [Read more...] about Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
The North Carolina State Capitol, at One East Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is open for visits. Free guided and self-guided tours are available. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. For a limited time, through August 2, 2026, there will also be Sunday hours, from 1 to 5 … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Capitol: free guided tours on Saturdays
Free Tour of Oakwood Cemetery Oct. 22
The 72 acre Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history of more than 140 years. Its park-like setting is the final resting place for over 22,000 people, including many prominent city, state and national leaders. Among the buried here are seven governors, five U. S. Senators, eight North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justices, four Civil War generals … [Read more...] about Free Tour of Oakwood Cemetery Oct. 22
Halloween Cemetery Tour at Maplewood Cemetery Oct. 31
Preservation Durham is offering special Halloween tours of Maplewood Cemetery on October 31, 2026. The tours take place at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets are free for Preservation Durham member and $15 for the general public. Tickets will likely sell out, so don't delay in purchasing. Maplewood Cemetery's address is 1621 Duke University Road, Durham, North Carolina. Tours leave from the Kent … [Read more...] about Halloween Cemetery Tour at Maplewood Cemetery Oct. 31
Hymns for Salted Bones: A Re-membering of Hayti Walking Tour
Hayti Promise Community Development Corporation (HPCDC) and Preservation Durham are partnering with Whistle Stop Tours to present a theatrical tour featuring six important sites along the historic Fayetteville Street Corridor in Durham, North Carolina. Hymns for Salted Bones: A Re-membering of Hayti is part of the Fayetteville Street Corridor Project. These tours are free, but registration is … [Read more...] about Hymns for Salted Bones: A Re-membering of Hayti Walking Tour
Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in September
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a special guided tour, "Field & Factory: Tobacco's Laborers" every Saturday in September, 2026. The tour is free and leaves from the visitor's center lobby at 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. To learn a fuller story of the people who worked in tobacco, join Duke Homestead staff on site for a special program, “Field … [Read more...] about Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in September
Haunted Trolley Tour in Raleigh October 16-24
The very popular Haunted Trolley Tour returns to Raleigh in 2026. Discover history, mystery and lore with your ghost host on the Haunted Trolley, if you dare, for a special late-night tour of downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places. Jump aboard and keep your eyes open for ghostly visitors of years past… they’ve just been dying to have you. Recommended for ages 6 and up due to frightening … [Read more...] about Haunted Trolley Tour in Raleigh October 16-24
Free Tour of Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro Aug. 25
The Chatham Mills "Pollinator Paradise" Garden, at 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, features over over 240 species of perennials, trees, shrubs, vines and grasses. 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This garden is maintained by Agricultural Extension Agent Debbie Roos and a small crew of volunteers. It's open every day and is free to visit. You're likely to see bees, … [Read more...] about Free Tour of Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro Aug. 25
Free Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens August 9
Dorothea Dix Park is offering a FREE Guided Trolley Tour on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. Although it's free, space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens on August 9, at 12 p.m. This is an accessible trolley tour focusing on the past, present and future of Dix Park. It leaves from the Stone Houses Visitor Center 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Free Guided Trolley Tour at Dix Park — registration opens August 9
