Most folks believe Appomattox signalled the end of the Civil War, but it was in Durham that saw the actual end of the conflict at the Bennett Place farmhouse. A small but efficient museum adds a critical interest before visiting the farmhouse. As with all NC State Museums, this is operated by a mix of state funding and visitor donations... More

The last time we visited, all the buildings were closed up. The museum is very nice and I'd give it an "excellent" if they stocked better gift shop items. A local treasure, for sure.

Enjoyed the feeling of stepping back into time. The preservation of these buildings is important to keeping our pasts in perspective.

I live in Durham. Locals never visit what is right in their own backyards, and when we do, we are sometimes surprised. I was very impressed with my visit, and learned a lot about the site, the end of the civil war, and a lot about the city I call home! If you visit here, I would also recommend visiting... More

Small but very informative. I learned a lot. Video and museum are well worth a visit. I have a whole different understanding of the end of the Civil War now. The house is not the original one but is fabricated from a similar one of the period.

Very interesting, free. We had a terrific tour guide who was obviously really into the story and told it well. Loved the movie, even/especially the kind of cheesy parts done by reenacting actors. The story of the surrender is very compelling and will stay with me and my teenage daughters for a very long time.

Free. We take our out of town visitors and enjoy the repeat visits. They have events such as re-enactments throughout the year.

Was expecting something a bit more grandiose, but it's just a few remnants of an old plantation. Friendly staff, interesting stories, if you're looking for something to do worth a visit.

This is the real deal. Good museum, excellent movie, and guided tour, made this true living history. This was the surrender site: NOT APPOMATOX.