Located in Durham, NC, Duke Homestead is a State Historic Site and Tobacco Museum that shares the history of Washington Duke and his family. The Duke family lived on the property in the mid-1800s and developed tobacco manufacturing processes after the Civil War. Guests can take a 45-minute guided tour around the historic property, explore the museum and visitor center, and learn about farm life. This is one of our favorite historic sites to visit, and you can see more of our experiences below.
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