Brick warehouses that once stored tobacco leaves now pulse with the energy of modern Durham life. The transformation of these 1904 industrial giants into a shopping and dining destination stands as one of North Carolina’s most successful historic preservation stories.
Brightleaf Square brings together the best of both worlds where original Romanesque Revival architecture frames contemporary restaurants and unique boutiques. The massive wooden beams overhead remind visitors of the building’s tobacco warehouse origins while the aroma of fresh coffee and the sound of live music create an entirely different atmosphere.
North Carolina knows how to honor its past while building something new. The central courtyard between the parallel buildings hosts festivals and gatherings that draw both locals and visitors throughout the year…