“Beyond Combat:” Opening Day Celebration (Read More)
At the Durham Museum a patriotic celebration kicks off Veterans Day weekend and the opening of Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of "Doc" Cook. At 1PM, the Offutt Air Force Base Honor Guard will set the stage for a day of remembrance with the presentation of colors followed by the national anthem and an armed forces salute by the U.S. Air Force Heartland of America Band that pays tribute to our brave veterans. Guests can enjoy a craft activity at The Platform where they will create their own poppy and learn more about why the flower is known as a symbol of remembrance around the world. This drop-in activity is FREE for museum members; regular admission applies for non-members. (Adults: $15* Seniors (62+): $12*, Children (ages 3 – 12): $8* *plus tax) Veterans and their immediate family enjoy complimentary admission all weekend long in observance of Veterans Day. Veterans can also enjoy a FREE hot dog meal at the Soda Fountain both days.
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Beyond Combat: World War I through the Lens of “Doc” Cook (Read More)
R.H. “Doc” Cook, a photographer who enlisted during World War I, served with the 88th Division, 313th Engineers and captured the company’s experiences with his camera. A century later, local resident Mollie Anderson purchased a case that had belonged to Cook. The case contained his original photographic negatives. After researching Cook’s life and displaying some of the images at Gallery 92 West in 2022, she donated the entire set to The Durham Museum. Beyond Combat: World War I Through the Lens of Doc Cook is a temporary exhibition developed by The Durham Museum. Through photos curated from Cook’s collection, it tells the story of the 313th Engineers from their training at Camp Dodge until the completion of their deployment in May 1919. Their story highlights military jobs that contributed to the war effort beyond the traditionally understood duties of combat. The military engineers that “Doc” served with were responsible for repairing roads, building bridges, laying track, improving dugouts and shelters and assisting in the restoration of war-torn regions. Plans for the exhibition also include a small theater area, with seating, featuring additional images in which guests are invited to linger with “Doc” Cook’s images and immerse themselves in the 313th Engineers’ experience. Admission (not including tax): Adults: $15, Seniors (62+): $12, Military/Veteran: $12, Children (ages 3 – 12): $8, Children 2 years and under FREE. Museum hours: Sunday Noon – 4PM, Monday through Saturday 10AM - 4PM, closed major holidays.
