This chapel built in the center of Duke University in the Collegiate Gothic style was completed in 1932. Its tower soars 210 feet (65 meters) into the sky, and its founder, James B. Duke, felt that its inspirational presence would influence campus music, faith, and learning. Fine ornamentation, stained glass, and four beautifully crafted organs, including a Flentrop, or "Bach's Organ," draw thousands of admirers to the chapel every year. Free, guided tours of the chapel are offered every Sunday after an 11a worship service.
One of the leading art museums of the American South, the North Carolina Museum of Art opened in 1956 as the first in the nation established with public state funds. More than 40 galleries here are home to a permanent collection of paintings, artifacts, and sculptures spanning the history of art from antiquity to the present day. Visitors can see paintings of the European Renaissance, Egyptian funerary artifacts, and contemporary international works of art, among others. An amphitheater hosts outdoor performances, and a museum park features more than a dozen major site-specific works surrounded by forests and fields.
Founded in 1902, this museum is committed to exploring and preserving North Carolina's historical heritage. Among the permanent exhibits here are the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, a history of the state’s role in the creation of funk music, and the expansive Story of North Carolina, a major exhibit tracing life in the state from the time of its first inhabitants through the 20th Century. The museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibits, and a large collection of regional costumes and furnishings.
Located at City Market in downtown Raleigh, Artspace is a visual art center dedicated to engaging the local community in visual arts with hands on, interactive education and exhibits. The center provides studio space, exhibits, and a rich program of classes, workshops, lectures, and community events. More than 40 artists work in the space’s open studios. Admission to the center and exhibits is free, while classes require fees and registration.
Named after the family of industrialist James Duke, this private, independent research university sprawls over three campuses, and is an icon of research, culture, and education. The university attracts visitors for its Collegiate Gothic Architecture, the highlight of which is Duke Chapel, an active interdenominational chapel in the center of the school's campus. Other highlights include the Lemur Center–a rare and endangered prosimian primate sanctuary—a Medical Center, the Perkins Library, the Sarah B. Duke Gardens, and the Duke Forest and Golf Club. Student-led tours, and maps for self-guided tours, are available through the undergraduate admissions office.
The Nasher Museum is dedicated to presenting contemporary art from around the world, and showcasing art made by historically underrepresented groups. Founded in 2005 on the campus of Duke University, the museum boasts a permanent collection of more than 10,000 works, with strong holdings in medieval, pre-Colombian, classical, and modern and international contemporary art. Free guided tours are made available to groups of ten or less two days a week.
Looking for a cozy spot for an elegant and intimate wedding in Cary? The Parish Center of the Saint Michael Church fits the shoe perfectly. The beautiful facility is equipped with hardwood floors, versatile lighting and an excellent catering service. The venue is also suitable for other private parties and events. Visit their website for more details about the facility.
Located in the University of North Carolina, the Old East is a historic hall. This Italianate residence hall was built in 1793, and is one of the first constructions on site. It comprises of study rooms, kitchen, laundry, television room and lounges. Some of the amenities include smoke detectors, alarms, air-conditioning and sprinkler system. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Estey Hall popular as the oldest building surviving at Shaw, is a late Victorian style structure. Also known as the first building constructed for the higher education of the black women in the United States. The women attended the lectures at the Estey Hall in different fields such as music, art, religion and economic. The hall stood strong for almost 100 years to the Shaw university.
The St. Matthew's Episcopal Church is a historic shrine encompassing an area of 5 acres (2.0 hectares). Constructed in 1825, it displays the Gothic Revival style of architecture. The church's beautiful design has been done by Francis Lister and Hawks. It has been put up in the National Register of Historic Places and continues to function as an active congregation.
A Sunni place of worship established in the year 1981, Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman is also Durham's largest mosque. A diverse community welcoming Muslims from different parts of the world including Saudi Arabia, Morocco and Palestine, this mosque offers a range of services - conducts Nikahs (marriages) and Aqeeqah. Jamaat Ibad Ar-Rahman also provides tours apart from conducting various religious, educational and social activities. Special classes educating the youth about Islam are also held at the mosque.