[Durham INC] Neighborhoods Hike is Sat, March 30 at 10AM at Ninth & Green (free)

[Pat Carstensen]

Neighborhoods Hike Not to be Missed
Watts-Hillandale & Old West Durham newsletter (adapted)

On Saturday, March 30, John Schelp, street historian, will lead his annual history hike through West Durham neighborhoods, Duke’s east campus, and beyond.  If you are new to the area or just love the history and lore of Durham, this is an opportunity not to be missed.  Witty, sincere, and fun, John has led this hike for more than a decade. The tour winds along neighborhood streets, back alleys, and across campus. Along the way, John will reveal what celebrity was born on a kitchen table in a house behind Monuts and who wrote the country hit “The Gambler.”  He will explain why Walltown is called Walltown and why Duke Chapel was not built in Walltown Park.  He will show you where Elvis slept, Madonna danced, and Kevin Costner appeared in boxer shorts. He will tell you what West Durham people were once willing to do just to get a little whiskey - and so much more!  The tour begins at 10 a.m. and takes about two-and-a-half hours.  Tour goers are asked to assemble at the corner of Green and Ninth Street a bit early.  There is no registration, no fee.  Just show up. Wear comfortable shoes!  Please, no dogs this year.
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