Group Visits and Field Trips
The Pauli Murray Center is pleased to offer private group tours and field trips for book clubs, class field trips, family reunions, church groups, corporations, and other community organizations. Private tours are available for groups of 15 or more people 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
How many adults can you accommodate on a private tour?
We can accommodate between 15 - 35 adults for our fully guided private tours. If your group has between 36 - 100 adults, our team will guide you through a combination of indoor and outdoor activities to explore Pauli Murray’s childhood home. Note that in this case, outdoor activities will need to be offered rain or shine due to the size of our space.
How many students can you accommodate on a field trip?
For K - 8 student groups, we recommend bringing one class at a time (fewer than 35 students) to ensure the best experience. We are happy to schedule multiple classes on the same day or during the same week whenever possible. If you have a large group of students that must attend at the same date/time, we can offer a combination of indoor and outdoor activity stations for them to engage with. Note that in this case, outdoor activities will need to be offered rain or shine due to the size of our space.
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.
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. Please note that we do not offer private group visits on Wednesdays between 10 AM - 1 PM or Saturdays between 9 AM - 2 PM due to public open hours.
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 cancellations after this window.
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 tour confirmations will be offered over the phone.
