The Durham Exchange

The Durham Exchange is a wedding venue located in Durham, NC. These beautiful red brick buildings have become a pivotal place of connection in the community, carrying with it a message of hope and inclusion. We provide two on-site managers to help you keep your event on track. You and your partner are more than welcome to bring in vendors of your choice, or you can select from our list of preferred vendors. Get-ready suites are available so you can prepare for your big moment, while the prep kitchen offers a space for your caterers to do the same. Chairs, tables, linens, and even a wedding arch can be provided by the venue to streamline the event. Speakers, microphones, and a projector are at your disposal. The sites boast ample parking and are wheelchair accessible to accommodate all your loved ones. The Durham Exchange is a 1,650 square foot event space and the ability to host up to 90 guests, this gorgeous venue can provide the ideal space for weddings, big and small. The building began its life as a cotton mill in 1917. Its name today celebrates the life and legacy of emancipated leader and the first African-American landowner in Durham, John O’Daniel, who managed the mill. In the 1930s, The Farmer’s Exchange took place in the old mill building; a farmers market run exclusively by Durham women. The modern Exchange continues this tradition of collaboration, communication, and hope by providing workspaces for nonprofits and minority businesses. The goal of The Durham Exchange is to affect change for those in systemic poverty. When you book your wedding at this extraordinary location, you too will become a part of its historic mission.