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Year 1785 | Acres 3.2 | Landmarks In the heart of downtown Raleigh
The Mordecai House is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location.
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05/18/2022 11:12 am
Updated: May 18, 2022
Year 1785 | Acres 3.2 | Landmarks In the heart of downtown Raleigh
The Mordecai House is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location.
Director Joshua Ingersoll
Historic Resources and Museum Program
Please begin your trip to Mordecai Historic Park at the Visitor Center. Here you will find tour tickets and park information, as well as the gift shop and meeting space. The permanent exhibit, "The Mordecai Story: Faith, Family, and Community in Raleigh" will be installed in June 2016.
Please Note: Public tours are not offered when field trip groups are on-site in the morning. Please call 919-996-4364 to check on tour availability.
The Visitor Center is a short walk from the parking area which lines Mimosa Street. Simply follow the walking signs through the park to the Visitor Center which stands on the corner of Cedar Street and Wake Forest Road.
Please note that handicap parking spaces are available in the parking lot on Mimosa Street, as well as in front of the Visitor Center. The Visitor Center and the first floor of the Mordecai House are wheelchair accessible.
Check out Mordecai Historic Park's Digital Discoveries! You'll find fun activities, historic info, & even a printable board game.
Matriarchs of Mordecai: Exploring Women’s History at Mordecai
May 21, 2022
12 pm - 4 pm
Tours $7; Free crafts, games, and exhibits
Hands-On History: Butter and Natural Dyes Workshops at Dig the City
May 28, 2022
10:30 am, 12 pm, and 1:30 pm
$2
To request a field trip, please fill out the form at the following link or call the Mordecai Visitor Center at (919) 996-4364 and we will reach out to confirm your visit as soon as possible: Mordecai Historic Park Education Program Interest Form
The Historic Resources and Museum Program (HRM Program) is excited to offer new opportunities for summer camps and groups to visit our sites and museums this year! From historic trolley tours and wax seal making to planning your own city and discovering artifacts, there are so many different ways to explore Raleigh’s history this summer! Get all the details here.
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Request your rental online using RecLink or by reaching out to the Rental Manager.
Take note: Requests will be subject to staff approval. Upon approval, payment will be required to confirm the reservation. Your reservation is not finalized until you receive confirmation of your payment.
919-996-4364