Hymns for Salted Bones: A Re-membering of Hayti Walking Tour

Hymns for Salted Bones: A Re-membering of Hayti Walking Tour is a free, 90-minute outdoor theatrical performance that guides participants past six historic homes along Durham's Fayetteville Street Corridor. Local actors use community testimonies, ritual, and music to share the history of these spaces, highlighting themes of achievement, displacement, and resilience. This event is best suited for older children, teenagers, and adults who can comfortably walk and stand for an hour and a half. The tour begins at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library, where you can find public parking. Because this is an outdoor walking procession, you should bring water bottles, wear comfortable walking shoes, and prepare for the weather. It is a meaningful weekend choice because it offers a deep, narrative-driven look at local history that goes far beyond a standard textbook. It provides a rare opportunity to learn about the influential figures who shaped Durham's Fayetteville Street Corridor through live, local art.

Last updated September 13, 2026