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Tour sites included the 1927 Baldwin's Department Store, now turned into luxury loft apartments overlooking Main Street; the 1902 Reed Building at the American Tobacco Historic District, now home of the McKinney / advertising agency's unique new offices; the c. 1910 Jourdan House on South Duke Street, a private residence now converted into offices; the 1916 Imperial Tobacco Building on Morris Street, now home to Measurement, Inc.'s high tech offices; and early 20th century storefronts on Main Street, Church Street, Rigsbee Street, and Parrish Street that are taking on new roles as offices and apartments. Tourgoers also enjoyed panoramic views of Durham from the 8th floor of City View, the neo-classical 1915 office building that was originally the home of the 1st National Bank.
Thanks to the Sponsors of the 9th Old Durham Tour! Get involved with Preservation Durham's major annual event by being a sponsor of the 10th Annual Old Durham Tour in 2006, when we explore Old North Durham! Please contact the Preservation Durham office for more information.
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