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Self Guided Tours of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home

Date: Sat, Oct 17, 2026

Time: 10 AM

Venue: The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, Durham

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Category: Community

The Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray was a twentieth-century human rights activist, legal scholar, author, labor organizer, poet, Episcopal priest, multiracial Black, LGBTQ+ Durhamite who lived one of the most remarkable lives of the 20th century. S/he was the first Black person to earn a JSD (Doctor of the Science of Law) degree from Yale Law School, a founder of the National Organization for Women and the first Black person perceived as a woman to be ordained an Episcopal priest. Join a self-guided tour of Pauli Murray's childhood home and explore both the outdoor and indoor exhibits, highlighting the themes of identity, activism, and love. Please note that these tours are self-guided. While staff and volunteers will be on site to help answer questions and welcome you to the space, please register for a guided tour if you are hoping to attend a more formal presentation. Children are always welcome, but must be supervised by an adult. All are welcome at the Pauli Murray Center. Please see the accessibility page for more details about accommodations we can offer, or reach out to us about your individual needs: https://www.paulimurraycenter.com/accessibility Reservations are recommended but not required.

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Self Guided Tours of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home

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This Saturday
Sat, Oct 17, 2026
10 AM
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Self Guided Tours of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home is an open-house event where visitors can explore the historic property and exhibits of the pioneering civil rights activist, lawyer, and priest. Located in Durham, this site offers a self-paced look at Murray's early life and lasting impact on American history through indoor and outdoor displays. This event is best suited for upper elementary students and teenagers who can engage with the historical exhibits. Admission details are not specified, so it is wise to check their website before heading out. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions, but there is no formal presentation, making it easy to move at your own speed. It is a solid weekend choice because it offers a tangible, local connection to national history. The self-guided format allows you to tailor the pace to your children's attention spans, making it a low-pressure educational outing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tour suitable for young children?
While children are welcome, the exhibits focus on historical text and themes that are best understood by school-aged children and teenagers.
Are there guided presentations during this event?
No, this specific event is self-guided, though staff members are on-site to answer questions. You must register separately for a formal guided tour.

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Self Guided Tours of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home runs Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 10 AM. It repeats every Saturday.

Getting There

The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice is at 906 Carroll Street, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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Admission is listed on the official page; otherwise, come as you are.

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