History in Raleigh-Durham

Raleigh-Durham

This section includes local history museums, historic houses and other sites of historical significance. Museums focusing on the history of science, technology or industry are listed in the "Science & Technology" section. Museums focusing on natural history are listed in the "Creatures" and/or "Science & Technology" section. The gear icon indicates locations likely to be of greatest interest to steampunks.

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City of Raleigh Museum

Raleigh, NC, USA

The City of Raleigh Museum is a local history museum associated with Raleigh, North Carolina. . .

Haywood Hall House & Gardens

Raleigh, NC, USA

Haywood Hall, also known as the Treasurer John Haywood House, is a historic home in Raleigh. . .

Joel Lane Museum House

Raleigh, NC, USA

The Joel Lane House is a historic home and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina. . .

Moore County Historical Association

Southern Pines, NC, USA

The Moore County Historical Association operates two historic sites in the county. . .

Mordecai Historic Park

Raleigh, NC, USA

The Mordecai House, built in 1785, is the centerpiece of Mordecai Historic Park in Raleigh, It is the oldest residence in Raleigh on its original foundation. . .

Museum of Durham History

Durham, NC, USA

Local history museum in Durham.

North Carolina Collection

Chapel Hill, NC, USA

The North Carolina Collection is the largest collection of traditional library materials documenting a single state. . .

North Carolina Collection - Durham County Library

Durham, NC, USA

The North Carolina Collection, maintained by the Durham County Library, is a repository for research materials about the county's history. . .

North Carolina Museum of History

Raleigh, NC, USA

The North Carolina Museum of History is located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. . .

Oakwood Historic District

Raleigh, NC, USA

Historic Oakwood is a neighborhood in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. . .

Page-Walker Hotel

Cary, NC, USA

The Page-Walker Hotel, also known as The Page-Walker Arts & History Center, is a historic house museum and former hotel in Cary, North Carolina. . .

Pope House Museum

Raleigh, NC, USA

The Pope House Museum, built in 1901, is a restored home once owned by Dr. . .

Wake Forest Historical Museum

Wake Forest, NC, USA

Wake Forest Historical Museum displays the history of the town of Wake Forest as well as Wake Forest University. . .

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The Steampunk Explorer is an online magazine and resource directory for steampunk enthusiasts and creators. You'll find stories about people, places and events in the steampunk world, as well as guides to retail outlets, museums, galleries, eateries, and other attractions in 36 North American regions, with more to come. We also have several pages of resources for artists, writers, and people with an interest in 19th century history. The site launched in March 2018 and is currently in public beta (meaning "please excuse our dust"). Read more. . .