Join us at the JB Duke for unique and exciting events throughout the year!
Special Events for Guests and the Durham Community
We are thrilled to offer exciting pop-up events and workshops throughout the year for guests of the hotel and Durham locals to enjoy!
"Artful Evenings" Artist in Residence series
Tuesday evenings, August 20 to November 19, all artists will begin at 6pm
We have partnered with The Durham Art Guild for “Artful Evenings” Artist in Residence series to take place every Tuesday from August 20 to November 19 at the JB Duke Hotel. This live activation will feature a rotation of six local artists in the Lobby Lounge, where they will work on their art while engaging with guests. We will feature artists with different mediums for variety, and each artist will appear twice, so guests can see the progression of their art over time.
Tuesday, August 20 and Tuesday, October 8 – Kristin Gibson, painter
Tuesday, August 27 and Tuesday, October 1 – Leeman Smith, textile artist
Tuesday, September 3 and Tuesday, October 15 – Michelle Wilkie, fiber artist
Tuesday, September 10 and Tuesday, November 12 – William Parker, painter
Tuesday, September 17 and Tuesday, October 29 – Mike Schmitz, graphite artist
Tuesday, September 24 and Tuesday, November 5 – Paulina Ruiz, painter
Tuesday, October 22 and Tuesday, November 19 - Robyn Scott, pen and ink artist
** More schedule updates coming soon!
Enjoy weekly guest programming!
Any guest dining or staying at the JB Duke are welcome to enjoy our weekly complimentary Saturday morning yoga and Saturday evening stargazing offered across the street at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club.