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The Pope House Museum, built in 1901, is located in downtown Raleigh, mere blocks away from the Capitol Building. It tells the story of Dr. Manassa T. Pope and his family.
Pope House Museum
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
Visit
- Admission to the museum is free. Donations are appreciated.
- Take a guided tour to learn about the Pope family and explore original artifacts.
- The Pope House is not currently available for rentals.
Know Before You Go
Parking
Due to its location, no parking is available at the Pope House. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of free two-hour parking in the city center parking deck (429 S Wilmington St) or free weekend street parking. Private lots adjacent to the Pope House are subject to parking fees.
Accessibility
- Please be advised that due to its historic nature, the Pope House is not fully wheelchair, scooter, or Electric Conveyance Vehicle (ECV) accessible. The house contains raised thresholds, and the second floor is only accessible by stairs.
- Call 984-302-4304 or speak to a staff member on-site if you have additional questions or to discuss your group’s needs.
- Raleigh Parks Inclusion Services works with community members to support participation. To request a program modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Inclusion Services staff at 919-996-2147 or ParksInclusion@raleighnc.gov.
Programs and Special Events
Check out our calendar below for more information about programs and special events at the Pope House Museum!
Artifacts
Dating to the 1860s, the Pope House Museum Collection totals over 3,000 artifacts which give insight into the life of one of the leading African-American families in Raleigh in the early 1900s. From Dr. Pope's father's freedman papers to his voter registration card to his original doctor's bag from the Spanish-American War, the collection boasts a wide range of material culture.
Education Programs
Educational opportunities at the Pope House are offered as part of the City of Raleigh Museum Education Programs. Our goal is to provide a variety of hands-on programs that will engage students and get them excited about their local history.
Membership
As a member, you will help revitalize and preserve North Carolina's history. You will also enjoy cross-program perks at the City of Raleigh Museum, the Raleigh Trolley, Mordecai Historic Park, Borden Building, and the Tucker House.
You can join the COR Museum Friends Group or the Mordecai Square Association; perks convey to each.
- Monday:
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Closed
- Tuesday:
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9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Wednesday:
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9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Thursday:
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9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Friday:
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9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Saturday:
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9 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Sunday:
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1 p.m.–4 p.m.
