Things to Do in Durham this Week

Weekly Events in Durham

(Feb 10-16)

Welcome to a comprehensive guide of weekly events in Durham – from Broadway shows to intimate performances, serene river paddles to art exhibits, dance parties, food tours and more. Start here to plan your perfect week.

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Noteworthy Events

Galentine’s Day on the Roof at The Durham Hotel

• Celebrate the love you have for your friends this Galentine’s Day! Gather your “Galentines” and “Palentines” on the Roof at The Durham for an evening of festive fun, indulgent treats, and live music by Durham’s own Ally J that will set the perfect mood for celebrating friendship.
• Thu, Feb 13
• 5-10 p.m.

Love Durham with Crank Arm and Fullsteam Brewery at Crank Arm Brewing Durham

• Join in to celebrate Crank Arm friends and Durham trailblazers, Fullsteam Brewery. Hang with Crank Arm and the Fullsteam gang, including Chief Executive Optimist Sean Lilly Wilson. They'll have a very limited amount of Fullsteam beers on tap.
• Thu, Feb 13
• 6-9 p.m.
• Free admission

Valentine's Sip & Paint at Boxcar Bar + Arcade

• Paint your heART out😍 This Valentine's Day, bring your boo to Boxcar for a budget-friendly date night that's sweeter than candy hearts: a Valentine's Day Sip & Paint! Join in on the cozy, heated patio and enjoy:
  • Free paint & canvases (while supplies last!); everything you need to get your art on
  • Sweet & sinful Valentine's drink specials
  • Cupid shot our chef! Valentine's themed kitchen features are comin' in hot
  • Light it up with $3 Fireball shots & a fireside snuggle
• Fri, Feb 14
• 4-6 p.m.
• Free admission

Durham Symphony's 'Voices of the Unarmed: Justice, Love, Resilience' at The Carolina Theatre

• The Durham Symphony Orchestra (DSO) concert offers an impassioned program weaving together music, text, and conversation as it explores the themes of justice, love, and resilience. Forums with community stakeholders and students will further amplify the concert’s messages.
• Fri, Feb 14
• 8-10 p.m.
• Free, reservations required

(Ware)House of Love at The Fruit

• A night of art, love, and unexpected moments. Inspired by House of Art’s annual celebration, the evening will be a fusion of installations, good music, and warehouse magic—all in support of rebuilding a beloved creative space.
• All door profits will go directly to House of Art, ensuring its community and vision continue to thrive.
• Fri, Feb 14
• 9 p.m.
• $10+

Valentine's Day Stoplight Party at The Velvet Hippo

• Celebrate Valentine's Day with a Stoplight Dance Party! They'll have red, green, and yellow glow bracelets at the door so you can let everyone on the dance floor know what you're looking for -- whether you're in love, looking for love, or something in between! Jorden The DJ will be mixing the best beats to keep the dance floor vibing from 9:30pm to 1:30am. No cover, drink specials all night, 21+ to enter.
• Fri, Feb 14
• 9:30 p.m.
• Free admission

Kevin Hart at DPAC

• Emmy & Grammy nominated Kevin Hart was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he launched his career as a comedian during an amateur night at a local comedy club. Over the years Hart has become Hollywood’s box office powerhouse, opening eleven films at number one at the box office and grossing more than in $4.23 billion global revenue. This year, Kevin received the Kennedy Center’s annual Mark Twain Prize for American Comedy, he was the 25th recipient and the youngest honoree to date.
• Hart is currently touring nationally with his ninth standup special “Acting My Age”. Hart’s last special “Reality Check” was named the #1 Comedy Tour of 2022 by Billboard, and in 2023 Billboard named Hart the Hight Grossing Comedian of the year.
• Fri, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 15
• $209.85+

Black History Month Tour at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice

• This tour opportunity will be hosted by Executive Director, Angela Thorpe Mason, and will focus on key pieces of Pauli Murray's life and legacy as an African American, in honor of Black History Month. Visitors will be guided through the interior exhibit and historic space, and time for questions and interactive reflection will be included in the time spent together.
• Check website for available times.
• Sat, Feb 15
• $20 (WIC/EBT Pricing Available)

Lutra's 1st Birthday Party at Queeny's

• Lutra is Turning 1 and to celebrate they’re throwing a party with Queeny’s. Instead of their regular Sunday Bunday they’re throwing a party inside Queeny’s from 11am-2pm. There will be a special menu featuring favorite flavors from the past year - like the White Miso Ginger Snap Bun they did with Rose’s as well as Pizza Buns from the collaboration with LouElla. They’ll also highlight items that will be available once they have a brick and mortar location - like breakfast sandwiches on our savory buns and a burger collab with Chef Jorge from Queeny’s.
• In addition to the food there will be a DJ, a raffle and prizes, Lutra birthday merch, a bun eating contest, and some exciting announcements.
• Sun, Feb 16
• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Free admission

No Love Open Mic: A 2 Year Anniversary Show! at The Pinhook

• Join us for a special night of creativity as Alicia Marie presents the 2 year anniversary of the amazing NO LOVE open Mic! We’ll have music by DJ UA and this time we’ll kick it with hosts Cuzn Luther and Coco Filipina.
• What started as a joke between friends on Valentines Day has turned into a thriving open mic that brings together artists of all types, from musicians and poets to dancers and comedians, in a space rooted in the power of community and expression. For the past two years, No Love has been a place where artists from Durham and beyond come together to share their craft, connect with like-minded souls, and find the love and support we all crave. Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time or you’re a seasoned performer, you’ll find a home here – because No Love is about showing the love we and to feel.
• Sun, Feb 16
• 7 p.m.
• $7+

Multi-Day Events

Valentine’s Dinner at The Durham Hotel

• Celebrate your special someone over a romantic three-course Valentine’s Dinner in the Restaurant. Choose from luxurious dishes like Broiled Oysters with caviar, Beef Tenderloin with dark chocolate morita sauce, Octopus Confit & Pan-Seared Grouper, Cherry Crème Brulee, and much more.
• Thu, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 15
• $85 per person

Valentine’s Couples Pottery Class at Delores Pottery

• Wheel Throwing
  • 21 & Over
  • All levels of clay experience welcomed!
• Hand Building
  • 21 & Over
  • This class is focused on Hand Building but Couples will pose on a wheel for a polaroid snapshot to recreate the famous movie scene in the movie "Ghost."
• Fri, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 15
• Wheel Throwing - $175 per couple; Hand Building - $125 per couple

Valentine’s Weekend Brunch at The Durham Hotel

• Treat your loved one(s) to a special brunch this Valentine’s Day weekend in the Restaurant. Our two-course menu will be available Sat Feb 15 and Sun Feb 16. Start with a family-style pastry board for the table featuring local pastries from Strong Arm Bakery, then choose from entrees like Duck Hash, Beef Tenderloin with redeye gravy, Stuffed French Toast with candied ginger cream cheese, and more.
• Sat, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 16
• $35 per person

Swamp Witch Pop-Up Shop with Magick Makers & Rivtak at Observable Universe

• Discover a hidden gem in Durham's Ample Arts District where magic meets creativity. The Swamp Witch Pop-Up Shop at Observable Universe draws inspiration from Durham's enchanting wetlands to create an immersive experience that celebrates both our natural heritage and creative spirit.
• Inside this cozy space, you'll find:Carefully curated shelves of local art and handcrafted gifts
  • Ethically sourced ritual supplies for practitioners of all paths
  • Unique curiosities that capture the imagination
  • A welcoming community lounge for connection and contemplation
• Sat, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 16
• 12-6 p.m.
• Free admission

Long Live Witches: Magick Makers 5th Anniversary Celebration at Observable Universe

• Magick Makers 5th Anniversary Celebration! Join in for a weekend of magic, connection, and celebration at Observable Universe in Durham!
• WHAT TO EXPECT:
  • First look at their exclusive "Long Live Witches" collection featuring stunning artwork by Ally of Eggdrop Prints
  • Special anniversary ritual kits and spell cards
  • Community Lounge & Altar for magical connections and intentions
  • Complimentary herbal tea bar
  • Free gift with every purchase
  • Connect with your magical community!
• Sat, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 16
• 12-6 p.m.
• Free admission

Suds and Sweethearts Week: A Love Durham Event at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

• As part of the fantastic Love Durham campaign, Glass Jug is happy to invite you to celebrate Valentines with them. Whether you're a fan of the cupid or not, they've got a week chock full of festive fun! For starters, they'll be offering mouth watering beer and wine flights all week long.
  • Tue: A very special Galentine’s Music Bingo at 6 p.m.
  • Wed: Galentine's Day brings cake flights from Little Barb’s
  • Fri - Sun: A Very Cheesy Valentine’s Weekend! Help celebrate the re-opening of neighborhood pizzeria Sfizio with heart-shaped pizzas all weekend long.
• Tue, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 16
• Free admission

"Field & Factory: A Look at Tobacco’s Laborers” at Duke Homestead State Historic Site

• “Sometimes I worked sixteen hours a day. You could if you had to. I’d go to Liggett & Meyers and make eight hours and then go to American and make eight more and get off at two a.m. in the night.” Viola Bond, Liggett & Myers employee. Collected from “Working in Tobacco: An Oral History of Durham’s Tobacco Factory Workers,” edited by Beverley Jones and Claudia Egelhoff.
• As a part of the upcoming Black History month, we highlight the voice of Viola Bond, who worked for Liggett & Myers and American Tobacco Company, alongside thousands of other individuals who made up tobacco’s grueling workforce.
• Sat, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 22
• Free admission
• Lecture begins in the visitor’s center lobby at 11:15 and 2:15. There will be a limited amount of space, so please call the site at (919) 627-6990 to reserve a spot.

Studio Ghibli Film Series at The Carolina Theatre

• For decades, Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through masterful storytelling and stunning visuals. Experience the wonder of these groundbreaking, beloved animated films.
• Mon, Feb 10 - Sat, June 21
• Select Wednesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.
• $12+; $10+ children 12 and under; $40+ for series

Monday, Feb 10

5 p.m.

Arts & Drafts at Beer Study Durham

5:30 p.m.

Planning Your Edible and Medicinal Garden at Bulltánica

6 p.m.

Maker Mondays at DSSOLVR Durham

Teen Science Cafe at Museum of Life and Science

6:30 p.m.

African Dance Class at Baba Chuck Dance Studio - Hayti Heritage Center

Run Club at Crank Arm Brewing Durham

Trivia Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

Neurospicy Creators Space at SEEDS

7 p.m.

Community Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

7:30 p.m.

Intervention Comedy Open Mic at Devine's Restaurant and Bar

Tuesday, Feb 11

3 p.m.

Launch of Nuevo South Magazine at Frederic Jameson Gallery, Friedl Bldg

5 p.m.

Free Wine Tasting at Wine Authorities

6 p.m.

Creme Cabaret Presents: Serpentine at Arcana

Decolonizing Yoga at Bulltánica

Authentic Selves - Panel Discussion at Durham County Virtual Program - Watch party at Southwest Regional Library

Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing

“Artful Evenings” Artist in Residence Series at JB Duke Hotel

Gentle Yoga Flow at ReCity Network

Bring Your Own Vinyl with Jaffar at Rubies on Five Points

Music Bingo Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

Run Club - Winter Series at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP

Women on the Wall at Triangle Rock Club

6:30 p.m.

Trivia at Durham Food Hall

7 p.m.

Trivia at Beer Study Durham

Evening to Shine at DPAC

Not Rocket Science Trivia at DSSOLVR Durham

Rudy Francisco at Hayti Heritage Center

Remember The Whiskey Jazz Jam at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

Video Game Day at Moon Dog Meadery

8 p.m.

Jeremy 'Bean' Clemons Trio at Kingfisher

Olivia O. / Dead Calm at The Pinhook

Wednesday, Feb 12

4 p.m.

Whiskey Wednesday at Alley Twenty Six

5 p.m.

Free Wednesday Wine Tasting at Beer Study Durham

VIN: A Wine, Food and Music Experience at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

6 p.m.

Creme Cabaret Presents: Serpentine at Arcana

VULTURES! Who, What, Where, When, Why? at Durham County Main Library

Valentine’s Cake & Sip at HERitage Wines

6:30 p.m.

R&B Yoga Class at Baba Chuck Dance Studio - Hayti Heritage Center

Parks and Recreation Galentines Trivia Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP

7 p.m.

Music Bingo at the bar @DBCo

Hammered Trivia at Hi-Wire Brewing

Karaoke Night at Mavericks Smokehouse

Trivia Night at Mystic Farm & Distillery

Music Bingo at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

Brett Chambers Open Mic at The Blue Note Grill

Signature Wine Tasting at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

7:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Jam w/ Al Strong at Congress Social Bar

8 p.m.

Trivia Night at Bull McCabe's

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

Tim Heidecker at Motorco Music Hall

In Love Or Yuck Love at The Pinhook

9 p.m.

Duke Men's Basketball vs. California at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Thursday, Feb 13

Events at Aria

• 6:30 p.m. - Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
• 8:45-10 p.m. - Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More

5 p.m.

Thirsty Thursdays at Dashi

Galentine’s Day on the Roof at The Durham Hotel

5:30 p.m.

Walking Club with Bull City Strollers at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

6 p.m.

Dyke Night and Tarot with Rene at Arcana

Love Durham with Crank Arm and Fullsteam Brewery at Crank Arm Brewing Durham

Vinyl Night with DJ Deckades at Gizmo Brew Works

Date Night DIY at Nailed It DIY Studio Durham

6:30 p.m.

AfterHours: Science of Wine at Museum of Life and Science

Boulders & Brews Meetup at Triangle Rock Club

7 p.m.

Trivia Night at Beer Tooth Taproom

NCCU Eagle's Nest Jazz Jam at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

Community Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

Solstice: A Winter Circus Experience at The Carolina Theatre

7:30 p.m.

Trivia Night with Big Slow Tom at Clouds Brewcade + Kitchen

Sugar & Spice (& Cold As Ice): A Sketch Comedy Show at Mettlesome Theater

8 p.m.

Queer-Eoke at Club Era

Let Me Find My Valentine at The Pinhook

Music Trivia Bingo with Vivica C. Coxx! at The Velvet Hippo

9:30 p.m.

Karaoke Night at The Tavern

Friday, Feb 14

Events at Club Era

• 7-10 p.m. - Pregame Fridays!
• 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. - Freaky Fridays

Events at Duke University

• 4 p.m. - Baseball vs. Cincinnati at Jack Coombs Stadium
• 5 p.m. - Women's Tennis vs. Ohio State at Sheffield Indoor Tennis Center

Events Mettlesome Theater

• 7:30-8:30 p.m. - Sugar & Spice (& Cold As Ice): A Sketch Comedy Show
• 8-9 p.m. - Well Seasoned
• 9-10 p.m. - Hush Hush

Events at The Pinhook

• 8 p.m. - The Lover Boyz Special Edition
• 10 p.m. - Drag Hosted MoTown Queereoke!

10 a.m.

Tasting at Ten at Counter Culture Coffee

Heartthrob at Museum of Life and Science

4 p.m.

Valentine’s Dinner Specials at Alley Twenty Six

Valentine's Sip & Paint at Boxcar Bar + Arcade

6 p.m.

Periodt Sun and Tarot with Emily at Arcana

Smooth Jazz R&B Tribute To Luther Vandross at Hayti Heritage Center

The Duke Street Dogs at The Blue Note Grill

7 p.m.

Love Jones Revisited Featuring The SSML Band at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

7:30 p.m.

Taylor Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music: Screening & Discussion at Griffith Film Theater

8 p.m.

Open Mic Stand-up Comedy at Durty Bull Brewing Brewing Company

Valentines Time Travel – 70s, 80s, 90s Dance at Roots Guatemalan Bar and Grill

Durham Symphony's 'Voices of the Unarmed: Justice, Love, Resilience' at The Carolina Theatre

8:30 p.m.

(Ware)House of Love at The Fruit

9 p.m.

Karaoke at Flying Bull Beer Company

Smooth Jazz R&B Tribute To Luther Vandross at Hayti Heritage Center

9:30 p.m.

Valentine's Day Stoplight Party at The Velvet Hippo

Saturday, Feb 15

Events at Duke University

• 12 p.m. - Men's Lacrosse vs. Saint Joseph's at Koskinen Stadium
• 3 p.m. - Baseball vs. Cincinnati at Jack Coombs Field
• 4 p.m. - Men's Basketball vs. Stanford at Cameron Indoor Stadium

Events at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Queen Curator Presents A Real Love Brunch
• 4-8 p.m. - Lovers & Friends Valentine Weekend
• 8:30-10 p.m. - An Elevated Dessert Wine Experience with Cicely Mitchell

Events at The Pinhook

• 11 a.m. - Centering Queer Voices in Creative Practice
• 7 p.m. - Devon Kay & The Solutions + Dollar Signs + Tiny Stills
• 10:30 p.m. - VAMP: Goth / New Wave / Techno Drag + Burlesque + Dance

Guided Walking Tours with Triangle Adventures

• 2 p.m. - Downtown Durham Walking Tour
• 4 p.m. - Durham African American History Tour
• 6 p.m. - Downtown Durham True Crime Tour

8 a.m.

Birding for Beginners: The Great Backyard Bird Count at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

parkrun Durham at Southern Boundaries Park

9 a.m.

Durham Farmers' Market at Durham Central Park

South Durham Farmers' Market at Hub RTP

9:30 a.m.

Elements of the Garden Series: Air at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

10 a.m.

Durham Grown: The Durham County Library Garden Club at Durham County Main Library Auditorium

Black History Month Tour at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice

11 a.m.

Storytime at Barnes and Noble New Hope Commons: Kids Stage

Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance at Bright Black.

Al Strong at The Carolina Theatre

12 p.m.

Crafternoons at Gizmo Brew Works

Sisterhood in Self-Care at Prevailing Pilates

North Durham Farmers' Market at Soul Sanctuary

Free Wine Tasting at Wine Authorities

1:30 p.m.

Walltown Children's Theatre Black History Month Talent Showcase 2025 at Walltown Children's Theatre

1:45 p.m.

Food Tour with Taste Carolina at Visitor Center

2 p.m.

Jublio! Moments of Freedom, 1865 at Bennett Place

Love Durham Valentine’s Soap Making Class at Little Homestead Farm

NCCU Women's Basketball vs. Coppin State at McDougald-McLendon Arena

Children’s Birding at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

4 p.m.

NCCU Men's Basketball vs. Coppin State at McDougald-McLendon Arena

5 p.m.

Sai Sei Upcycle Presents: Galentines at Crank Arm Brewing Durham

6 p.m.

Kayla King Quartet and Tarot with Virginia at Arcana

7 p.m.

Crones of Anarchy: Blues, Rock, Americana at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen

7:30 p.m.

Ciompi At Duke: A Collaboration at Baldwin Auditorium

Near Sex For Work: Daniel Shar at The Fruit

8 p.m.

Comedy Night at Moon Dog Meadery

9 p.m.

Valentine's Drag Show at Boxcar Bar + Arcade

“Feathered Tails & Trails” Birdwatching Event at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

9:30 p.m.

Dance Party at The Velvet Hippo

10 p.m.

Drink, Drag, Dance, Repeat at Club Era

11:58 p.m.

Jambalaya Soul Slam Late Night Poetry Slam at Hayti Heritage Center

Sunday, Feb 16

Events at Duke University

• 11 a.m. - Wrestling vs. Stanford at Cameron Indoor Stadium
• 11 a.m. - Women's Tennis vs. Michigan at Sheffield Indoor Tennis Center
• 1 p.m. - Baseball vs. Cincinnati at Jack Coombs Field

Events at Durty Bull Brewing Company

• 12-2:30 p.m. - NC Air Hockey Players Air Hockey Tournament
• 2-4 p.m. - Hammered Trivia with Casey

Events at Jewish for Good at the Levin JCC

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Disability Resource Fair: Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month
• 3-5 p.m. - Family Movie Night: Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month

Events at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

• 12-3 p.m. - Brooklyn Barista's "Weekend Brews" Sunday
• 6-9 p.m. - Supper Club Sunday: Jam Session with Sam Fribush, Charlie Hunter & Calvin Napper

Events at Moon Dog Meadery

• 12:30-6 p.m. - TTRPG Open Table Day
• 6:30-9 p.m. - Open Mic Night

10 a.m.

Fleet Feet Ninth Street bRUNch Club at Fleet Feet Ninth Street

Jazz Brunch at Lula & Sadie's

11 a.m.

Lutra's 1st Birthday Party at Queeny's

11:30 a.m.

Yoga at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

12 p.m.

Sunday Dollar Bin Sale for Charity at Rumors Durham

12:15 p.m.

Public Tour at Duke University Chapel

1 p.m.

TVF Vegan Mac & Cheese Cook Off! at Durham Armory

2 p.m.

Guided History Hike - Fews Ford Trail at Eno River State Park, Fanny's Ford Access

3 p.m.

Expedition East at Nelson Music Room

4 p.m.

Singles Pitch a Friend Night at Hi-Wire Brewing Durham

6 p.m.

Mother Earth and Tarot with Virginia at Arcana

7 p.m.

Silent Films of Buster Keaton w/Original Live Music by Not-So-Silent-Cinema at Sharp 9 Gallery

Karaoke Night at the bar @DBCo

No Love Open Mic: A 2 Year Anniversary Show! at The Pinhook

Running Art Exhibits

Wintertide: Member Artists Showcase at 5 Points Gallery

• 5 Points Gallery invites art enthusiasts to experience Wintertide, a captivating new exhibit showcasing the latest works from talented local artists. Explore a dynamic range of pieces that reflect the essence of the season, blending inspiration, creativity, and the vibrant spirit of the community. Enjoy the varied works of nine Triangle-based artists in a range of media including painting, sculpture, fused glass, and mixed media.
• Tue, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 15
• Free admission

Community Art Show at Golden Belt Studios

• Art collectors and art lovers come out to the historic Golden Belt campus for the Annual Community Art Show. Over 100 local artists are part of one of their biggest events of the year.
• Show reception on Durham's Third Friday, Feb 20 from 6-9 p.m.
• Free admission

Art Exhibition: “Visible Spectrum: Portraits from the World of Autism” at Center for Documentary Studies

• Mary Berridge’s award-winning series of photographs is paired with narratives written primarily by the subjects or their parents. The exhibition, “Visible Spectrum: Portraits from the World of Autism,” offers an intimate view of life with autism, as told from within an autism community, which includes Berridge and her son. It encourages an alternate way of seeing the condition, in which the diverse and unconventional perspectives of the autistic are valued.
• Sat, Nov 16 - Fri, Feb 28
• Mon through Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., excluding holidays
• Free admission

Art Exhibition — MJ Sharp’s "Nightscapes" at Craven Allen Gallery

• Nightscapes features a selection of landscape and still life photographs exploring MJ Sharp’s fascination with preserving the human relationship to night and darkness.
• As a Fulbright Scholar to the UK, MJ Sharp collaborated with a nocturnal ecologist who is also concerned about escalating light pollution and our loss of night and darkness. Archaeologists in Cornwall have newly discovered evidence that prehistoric peoples visited ancient megalithic sites in low light or at night. Sharp was intrigued and set out to photograph these ancient sites at night, hoping that it “might be restorative for present-day people who have lost access to their evolutionary birthright of experiencing darkness and night.”
• Sat, Feb 8 - Sat, Mar 1
• Mon-Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sat, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Free admission

Art Exhibit "Viva la Vida la Adversidad/ Live Life in the Face of Adversity" by ILAAC at Durham Arts Council

• This powerful exhibition reflects on the collective challenges of 2024—spanning political, social, and migration issues—while celebrating the resilience and cultural richness of the Latin American community. Featuring works by Pepe Caudillo, Luis MacKinney, Antonio Alanis, Lety Álvarez, Peter Marín, José Manuel Cruz, and Cornelio Campos, the exhibit offers a profound and diverse exploration of how art captures adversity and tradition. Don't miss this inspiring celebration of creativity and perseverance.
• Tue, Jan 14 - Mon, Mar 10
• Free admission

Ubuntu: I AM Because We are at Hayti Heritage Center - Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery

• To kick off the 50 Year Celebration at Hayti, they are looking to the wisdom and legacy of the African American Quilters Circle, who are Celebrating 25 Years in Residence at Hayti Heritage Center.
• The Quilters meet ever 2nd Saturday of each Month and share techniques, stories and histories all thru the art of quilting. Their new exhibit focuses on the theme of our shared humanity. Stop by and look at the gorgeous world of what one can do with a needle and thread and how these amazing artists sew together patterns and capture the essence of life.
• The 3rd Friday in Feb. features an Artist Talk with the members of the quilting group, offering insights to their process and what the art of quilting means to them and our community.
• Sat, Feb 1 - Sun, Mar 16
• Free admission, but donations accepted

Art Exhibition — "Selections from the Permanent Collection: Highlighting the Work of Elizabeth Catlett" at NCCU Art Museum

• Museum hours are Sun, 2-4 p.m. and Tue through Fri, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Sun, Feb 9 - Sun, Mar 16
• Free admission

Art Exhibit — By Dawn’s Early Light at Nasher Museum of Art

• The years 2024 and 2025 mark the sixtieth anniversaries of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The two Acts transformed life in the United States for many marginalized individuals, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, elders, and others who had not had equal rights in the nation’s history. This legislation was the culmination of nearly a century of work by activists and advocates.
• Fri, Nov 8 - Sun, May 11
• Tue - Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sun, 12-5 p.m.
• Free admission