Family Weekend Open House: Duke Lemur Center

The Duke Lemur Center houses the world's largest and most diverse population of lemurs outside of Madagascar. Located on 70 acres in Duke Forest just 2 miles from West Campus, the DLC is an internationally acclaimed research facility housing nearly 250 individuals across 18 species. Because its research is non-invasive, the DLC is also open to the public! Come join us for an open house on Saturday, November 5 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. For the cost of a regular Lemurs Live tour, you and your family can see the lemurs at your own pace and chat with DLC staff and volunteers about these amazing animals. Come for as little or as long as you'd like! Duke students and staff enjoy a discounted price. Reservations are required. Please call (919) 401-7240 to reserve your place at this fun, laid-back event.

Interested in a more in-depth experience or an alternate time to visit? Check out our "Painting with Lemurs" and "Behind the Scenes" tours, which get you up close and personal with the lemurs in areas not generally accessible to the public. Visit lemur.duke.edu/visit/tours to learn more, and call soon to reserve your spot... These tours book quickly!

Please call (919) 401-7240 or email alanna.marron@duke.edu for more information.

** NEW: Due to overwhelming interest, we are also offering an open house on Sunday, Nov 6 from 1:00-4:00 PM! Call soon to make a reservation! **