Durham is a city in North Carolina. According to a 2007 census, the city had a population of 217,847 people. Durham is composed of 94.9 square miles.
The educational system in Durham is excellent. According to Forbes.com, the city was ranked as one of the “Top 20 Places to Educate Your Child” in its December 2007 issue. Public education is managed by Durham Public Schools. Durham is home to Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and Shaw University.
For fun and recreation, residents can attend a wide range of cultural expositions including various jazz festivals, symphony concerts, blues festivals, and art exhibitions throughout the year. Notable festivals include the American Dance Festival and Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. There are several restaurants in the Ninth Street, University Drive, and Brightleaf areas. The Nasher Museum of Arts and Carolina Theatre showcase movies and live performances weekly. Other notable places where residents go to relax in Durham include West Point Mill, Durham Central Park, and Durham Bulls Athletic Park, the city’s baseball stadium.
To get around the city, residents can use a wide range of public transportation. Most people get around using private vehicles which can be used on various highways accesible to Durham. There are also buses and Amtrak trains that are accessible to all residents.