Historic Growth

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The Museum of Durham History (MODH) celebrated its latest installment in the “Durham A-Z” series, “G is for Geography and Growth,” at a public launch party in early August. In addition to meeting board members and staff at the History Hub, attendees were able to talk with curator of the exhibit, Heather Brackeen, and learn how the geography of Durham has shaped its growth. “The landscape started to play a part of how the town functioned,” Heather said, noting the flat ridge that runs through the city was ideal for rail, which helped shape neighborhoods and roads that are still in place today. The exhibit remains on display through October 14.

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Amanda MacLaren

Amanda MacLaren is the executive editor of Durham Magazine. Born in Mesa, Arizona, she grew up in Charlotte and attended UNC-Chapel Hill, majoring in journalism. She’s lived in Durham for eight years. When she’s not at work, you can usually find her with a beer in hand at Fullsteam, Dain’s Place or Bull City Burger or getting takeout from Guasaca.
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