Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, Durham

Name: Duke Memorial United Methodist Church
Address: 504 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, 27701-3102, United States
Telephone: +1 919-683-3467

#22 among attractions in Durham

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, Durham

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Duke Memorial United Methodist Church is a historic Methodist church at 504 W. Chapel Hill Street in Durham, North Carolina. It was originally established in 1886. The congregation's growth paralleled Durham's growth as a manufacturing center in the textile and tobacco industries and has maintained a close connection with Duke University. From its beginning, the church has counted among its members many of Durham's educational and industrial elite. It is named in honor of tobacco magnate and philanthropist Washington Duke and his sons, who were instrumental in the building of the church. ()

Built: 1907 (117 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 35°59'51"N, 78°54'34"W

Address

504 W Chapel Hill StDowntown DurhamDurham 27701-3102 United States

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+1 919-683-3467

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Duke Memorial United Methodist Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Durham Athletic Park, American Tobacco Trail, Carolina Theatre.

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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Sport venue, Sport, Park
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Hiking trail, Hiking
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~1950 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
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Shopping, Farmer's market, Market
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Bridge
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0.4 miE
Skyscraper
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0.5 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
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Park, Garden, Playground
Durham Central Park, Durham
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Neighbourhood, Italianate architecture, Colonial revival architecture
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Duke Memorial United Methodist Church?

Nearby attractions include Norfolk Southern–Gregson Street Overpass, Durham (3 min walk), Brightleaf Square, Durham (5 min walk), Hill Building, Durham (9 min walk), Durham Arts Council, Durham (9 min walk).

How to get to Duke Memorial United Methodist Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Duke Memorial United Methodist Church:

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Durham Station Transportation Center (5 min walk)
Durham Station • Lines: 1, 10, 10B, 11, 11B, 12, 12B, 2, 3, 3B, 3C, 3T, 4, 5, 5K, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9A, 9B, Drx (6 min walk)

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Durham (5 min walk)