Group Visits and Field Trips
The Pauli Murray Center is pleased to offer private group tours and field trips for book clubs, family reunions, church groups, corporations, and other community organizations. Private tours are available on any date/time that is mutually agreed upon by your group and the Pauli Murray Center with at least 2 weeks advanced notice. Reservations are subject to staff availability.
How it Works
Submit our request form here at least 2 weeks before your requested tour date
A member of our staff will reach out to you via email and share an invoice to finalize your reservation.
Deposits for private tours must be paid within 7 days of receipt
Please note that no tour confirmations will be offered over the phone
FAQ’s
Are there particular days and times when group visits are offered?
Group visits are coordinated based on the availability of our space, your groups needs, and staff availability. We can accommodate almost any date/time except Wednesdays before 1 PM or Saturdays before 3 PM.
How many adults can you accommodate on a private tour?
Generally, we can accommodate up to 35 adults for our standard guided private tours. For groups of 36 - 50, we can offer a semi-guided tour or splitting your group up into multiple rotations. If your group has between 51 - 100 people, we offer a combination of indoor and outdoor activities facilitated by multiple staff members.
Can we book a K-12 field trip?
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accommodate K - 12 field trips while we navigate staff transition. We hope to welcome K - 12 groups to the Pauli Murray Center again by the spring of 2027.
How long do private tours last?
Our guided tours last for 75-90 minutes, depending on how many questions your group members have for our guide. Please let us know if there are time constraints associated with your visit.
How does pricing work for group visits?
Pricing for private group visits varies based on the type of organization that is visiting. For most visitors, our standard $20 per person ticket price applys ($300 group minimum). We offer specialized pricing for K - University groups, in order to ensure that young people have access to our space. If your group is in need of financial assistance, please share your specific needs in the group visit request form.
I am looking for other things for my group to do in Durham, in addition to their visit to the Pauli Murray Center. What recommendations do you have?
We always encourage groups who are visiting Durham to explore all the amazing historical and cultural opportunities the city has to offer. Discover Durham offers this free African American Heritage Guide with many sites of significance.
What is the cancelation / reschedule policy?
We understand that plans can change, and we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or modify your booking. If you cancel at least 14 days in advance, you'll receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 7 days of your scheduled tour are eligible for a 50% refund. No refunds can be offered for Saturday tours, due to the high demand of Saturday reservations.
Requests to change the date or time of a confirmed booking are subject to staff availability and are not guaranteed. One complementary rescheduling request made at least 14 days prior to the scheduled program may be accommodated at no cost. Subsequent requests to reschedule will incur a $50 administrative fee.
I have more questions! Who should I reach out to?
If you have further questions about your groups visit, please reach out to us at info@paulimurraycenter.org or call us at (919) 229-9013 and leave a message to receive a call back. Please note that no booking confirmations will be offered over the phone.
