Once home to a large tobacco manufacturing site, Downtown Durham has embraced its history as a working-class city and transformed into a diverse and forward-thinking community that honors its past in a way that’s made it an alluring destination. Ask any resident what it’s like to live here and you’ll likely hear, “There’s just something about Downtown Durham.” It’s a community where all are welcome, inspiration can be found on every corner, and the spirit of grit is alive and well.