Durham County’s economic evolution is nimble and strong. From our beginnings in tobacco and textiles, to a current hotbed of innovation and growth, we have achieved a state of momentum that is unparalleled. Among the many reasons for this growth success is our ability to create city and county partnerships, all with the same goal:  to transform our business landscape into a vibrant and rich economy where leading-edge companies and organizations can thrive.

                                    Economic Impact of Durham Visitors

Meetings & Events

Durham has more than 300,000 net square feet of meeting space in major hotel convention centers, several conference facilities, and unique meeting venues. The Durham Civic Center Complex has 120,000 usable square feet.