Other Attractions

Perkins Library – Rare Book, Manuscript & Special Collections

Ranks seventh-largest among American private university libraries, with several thousand rare and unique books, maps, photographs, films, broadsides and Confederate prints, ancient clay tablets, manuscripts and books printed prior to 1501 A.D.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Details

Address
Duke University West Campus Durham, NC 27708
Phone
(919)684-3009
Website
scriptorium.lib.duke.edu
Map
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While You're in Durham

More Things to Do

Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

ABC Cab Company

Taxicab dispatch service for independent taxi service.

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

AAA Carolina Motor Club

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Alamo Rent-A-Car

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

A Slice of Heaven

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Upcoming Events

Events in Durham

May
30
Durham Rising
Jul
13
CrownBEAT
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
Outdoors

Nearby Lakes & Parks

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