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Borden Building
Fred Fletcher park is home to the historic Borden Building. The Borden Building is one of two remaining buildings on the former campus of the Methodist Home for Children. Built in 1900, the building is available for special event rentals.
No. 2, Special Three Abreast, Allan Herschell Carousel
John Chavis Memorial Park Carousel
John Chavis Memorial Park, formed in 1937, is home to the historic Allan Herschell Carousel. In April 2016, John Chavis Memorial Park was added to the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places.
Ride tickets can be purchased at the park. Various special events and programs are held throughout the year.
John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center
Named for Mr. John P. “Top” Greene, a community activist and South Park resident, the Cultural Center features historical exhibits and programs that celebrate the history and culture of the South Park and East Raleigh neighborhoods..
Find out more about John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center
City of Raleigh Museum
The museum curates temporary and permanent exhibits about the people, places, and events unique to our capital city. The COR Museum maintains a collection of approximately 10,000 artifacts and offers educational programming and tours. Visit Friends of COR Museum for information on supporting the museum.
Fred Fletcher Amphitheater
Fred Fletcher Amphitheater is located in Fred Fletcher Park, close to the historic Borden Building. The Amphitheater can accommodate up to 300 people and is available for special event rentals.
Historic Raleigh Trolley
Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours depart from Mordecai Historic Park every Saturday, March through December. The trolley can also be rented for special events and charter tours.
Latta University Historic Park
Latta University Historic Park is located in the historic Oberlin neighborhood. This two-acre site was home to the Reverend M.L. Latta House and Latta University, founded in 1892.
Moore Square
Moore Square was one of five public squares designated in the 1792 plan of Raleigh and has been central to Raleigh’s history for the 225 years since. The newly renovated Square honors Moore Square’s historic heritage, while also establishing a 21st-century urban space.
Moore Square provides a variety of innovative, creative, and exciting programs, ranging from history education to fitness (and much more!) in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
Mordecai Historic Park
Mordecai Historic Park is home to some of Raleigh's greatest historic treasures, including the Mordecai House (ca. 1785) and the Birthplace of President Andrew Johnson.
Mordecai Historic Park offers tours, events, field trips, trolley tours, and much more.
Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum
Built in 1901, the Dr. M.T. Pope House Museum was home to a doctor, businessman, and mayoral candidate, Dr. M.T. Pope. The house museum features original furnishings and artifacts, giving insight into a remarkable man and family.
Pullen Park Amusements
Pullen Park is home to some of Raleigh's great family-friendly entertainment! Richard Stanhope Pullen donated the land that is now Pullen Park in 1887 and now it houses the C.P. Huntington miniature train, a historic Gustave A. Dentzel Carousel, pedal boats, and kiddie boats.
Ride tickets can be purchased for amusements at the park. Various special events and programs are held throughout the year.
Tucker House
The Tucker House, located in historic Oakwood, is a beautiful early twentieth-century home available for meetings, weddings, receptions, and parties.
HRM Program Collection
Image courtesy of Capital Area Preservation, Inc.
The HRM Program manages more than 32,000 decorative art objects pertaining to local history and material culture. Learn about many of these objects on our online database.
HRM Exhibits
HRM presents exhibits that investigate Raleigh’s past, present, and future across the program’s sites.
Volunteer
Volunteers are always needed at our historic sites and museums. The opportunities are open to everyone and volunteers are an essential part of our success!
HRM Program Strategic Plan
The purpose of the HRM Program Strategic Plan is to evaluate the operations and governance of the HRM Program, identify ways for the program to move forward, and recommend strategies to achieve these goals. The HRM Program is ultimately a roadmap for the program’s growth and influence within the PRCR Department, City of Raleigh, and Triangle Region.
