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Joel Lane Museum House — Attraction in Raleigh

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Joel Lane Museum House
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The Joel Lane House, also known as Wakefield, was built in 1769 and is now a restored historic home and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is the oldest dwelling in Wake County and contains collections of 18th century artifacts and period furnishings.
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Joel Lane Museum House

160 S St Mary's St, Raleigh, NC 27603
4.4(69)
Open until 12:00 AM
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The Joel Lane House, also known as Wakefield, was built in 1769 and is now a restored historic home and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is the oldest dwelling in Wake County and contains collections of 18th century artifacts and period furnishings.

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attractions: Boylan Bridge, Nerd Escape Room Raleigh, ROOM 5280 - Raleigh Live Escape Games, CAM Raleigh, Bosetti Art Tile & Pottery, VAE Raleigh, Nash Square, Sacred Heart Church, Edenton Street United Methodist Church, Lenoir Street Park, restaurants: Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing, Trophy Brewing & Pizza, First watch, Char Grill, 321 Coffee - Downtown Raleigh, Flex, Dram & Draught, Boulted Bread, Morgan Street Food Hall, Good Day Good Night, local businesses: Boylan Bridge, Betr, Rebus Works, The Willard Rooftop Lounge, Raleigh Union Station, Union Station Raleigh, NC, On My Way Bartending Services, Joja Nails, Father & Son Vintage, Boxcar Bar + Arcade
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(919) 833-3431
Website
joellane.org
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Nearby attractions of Joel Lane Museum House

Boylan Bridge

Nerd Escape Room Raleigh

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Nash Square

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Edenton Street United Methodist Church

Lenoir Street Park

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Nerd Escape Room Raleigh

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Open until 9:45 PM
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ROOM 5280 - Raleigh Live Escape Games

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4.8

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Open until 9:30 PM
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CAM Raleigh

CAM Raleigh

4.5

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Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Joel Lane Museum House

Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing

Trophy Brewing & Pizza

First watch

Char Grill

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Flex

Dram & Draught

Boulted Bread

Morgan Street Food Hall

Good Day Good Night

Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing

Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing

4.5

(679)

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Open until 9:00 PM
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Trophy Brewing & Pizza

Trophy Brewing & Pizza

4.5

(1.2K)

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Open until 10:00 PM
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First watch

First watch

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Char Grill

Char Grill

4.5

(830)

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Open until 9:00 PM
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Boxcar Bar + Arcade

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Boylan Bridge

4.6

(147)

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Betr

Betr

4.9

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4.9

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The Willard Rooftop Lounge

The Willard Rooftop Lounge

4.2

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Denise WallDenise Wall
It's hard to compare this to anything, but if you love history and learning from authentic houses and tools and decor, this place was great. They give you a lot of history about the fellow who put Raleigh on the map, but they are also cognizant of and speak respectfully about (too late for those poor souls) the enslaved people who really were the backbone of that whole society. Keep up the good work.
Uncle BooshiUncle Booshi
Amazing place where you can learn about the inception of Raleigh. The tour guide was very thorough and elaborate when he walked us through every step of the place. Definitely recommended.
Polly RodriguezPolly Rodriguez
A hidden gem. You must take the house and garden tour with a docent - and these volunteers are passionate about the history and stories. Great little gift shop with some surprises.
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It's hard to compare this to anything, but if you love history and learning from authentic houses and tools and decor, this place was great. They give you a lot of history about the fellow who put Raleigh on the map, but they are also cognizant of and speak respectfully about (too late for those poor souls) the enslaved people who really were the backbone of that whole society. Keep up the good work.
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Amazing place where you can learn about the inception of Raleigh. The tour guide was very thorough and elaborate when he walked us through every step of the place. Definitely recommended.
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A hidden gem. You must take the house and garden tour with a docent - and these volunteers are passionate about the history and stories. Great little gift shop with some surprises.
Polly Rodriguez

Polly Rodriguez

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Reviews of Joel Lane Museum House

4.4
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5.0
34w

This is a beautiful colonial home in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. The Joel Lane Museum House has been lovingly preserved and maintained by the colonial Dames for ever and this house is over 200 years old. A house built in 1762 by hand by craftsman, artists, Slaves, women who birthed 10 children to get 2, without electricity and hot water.

Women who hoofed it for a great cause for America and the beloved place we all want to be. To be Free! USA not some divided country! Joel Lanes' folks came from England English bloodlines and he built a life here and helped start Raleigh. He built a life here and made history here in Raleigh. Things better! Movers and Shakers. I wonder if Julia cooper Haywood an African American daughter of the Haywood's of Haywood Hall and slave and went on to principle of schools She was born into a hard life. Wouldn't let herself be too happy. She Changed the world. Bishop Curry changed the world! He married Meghan and Harry! He is lovely he just spoke at Christ church about Julia Cooper Haywood. People are craving history and legacy! This is where you see it. Visit here! Learn and Lean into our community's history and learn about the capital city Raleigh while visiting. Hear some music. Parks are top notch. Plus...

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5.0
3y

Ok this place is one of the oldest homes in Raleigh and Joel Lane is the contributor of the first 1000 acres to make Raleigh the capital of NC. I might be off with numbers but you get the gist. I was visiting from Virginia. Must see for your self step back in time. Staff is very knowledgeable and pleasant thank you my lovely tour guide. Support your local historical land marks share in the past with friends and family! They honor the former slaves that help maintain the property with a...

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5.0
6y

This visit was a planned stop. I had read a bit about the Joel Lane Museum and wanted to know more. We went on a 45-60 minute tour of the house and small grounds surrounding, guided by the museum director. He was very informative and gracious and obviously had a true interest in sharing what is known about Joel Lane and his family. We enjoyed this tour immensely and would recommend it to anyone with an interest in history and culture who is traveling in the...

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