Cemeteries

Geer Cemetery

Founded in 1876 as the first cemetery for African-Americans in Durham. Margaret Faucette, founder of White Rock Baptist Church, and Edian Markham, founder of St. Joseph’s AME church and organizer of Hayti neighborhood, lie there. Land entrusted to sharecroppers by Jesse Geer of Geer Plantation after the death of an 11 year-old farm hand.

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Getting There & Details

Address
Between Camden, Colonial & McGill St Durham, NC 27701
Phone
(919)560-4154
Map
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While You're in Durham

More Things to Do

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

AAA Carolina Motor Club

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

ABC Cab Company

Taxicab dispatch service for independent taxi service.

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

A Slice of Heaven

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Alamo Rent-A-Car

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Upcoming Events

Events in Durham

Aug
21–22
Bull Durham Blues Festival
Aug
22
Harvest and Hornworm Festival
Sep
12
NC Gay Pride Parade and Festival
Sep
13
Blessing of the Animals Worship Service
Sep
13
Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show
Sep
19
World Beer Festival
Oct
3
An Evening at Duke Homestead State Historic Site
Oct–Nov
18–8
Portraits with Santa
Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

Lakes