Discovering West Point on the Eno: Historic Walking Tour

Have you ever wondered about the lives of the people who were here before you?

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — McCown-Mangum House

About the event

Have you ever wondered about the lives of the people who were here before you? At West Point on the Eno, we explore the complex histories of our own backyard. West Point on the Eno is not your typical historical site. It's not a battleground for major wars, nor the birthplace of presidents. Instead, it's a vivid tapestry of everyday yet extraordinary lives from Durham's past. Here, the routine of mill workers, the creativity of people like photographer Hugh Mangum, and the stories within the historic house are discovered and shared. These are tales of ordinary people whose lives, like yours, are extraordinary in their own right. Discover a different kind of history at West Point on the Eno, where the extraordinary is found in the ordinary. Take a guided walking tour of West Point on the Eno's historic park.

Tours leave on the hour at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm. Registration is required.

Ages: Age less than 99 yrs,

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