Celebrating tobacco

Duke Homestead, at Durham, North Carolina, US, is scheduled to host two free programs this month focused on the history and culture of tobacco, according to a note issued by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
An examination of tobacco myths on August 18 and a celebration of harvesting on August 25 are expected to offer ‘a well-rounded picture of raising tobacco in North Carolina’.
The note said that tobacco built and shaped the Durham of today thanks largely to the Duke family that started their manufacturing tobacco business in Durham.
The August 18 program will explore myths and misconceptions about tobacco such as: What makes tobacco bad for you?; and who invented the iconic bright leaf tobacco?
The August 25 program is an annual event that celebrates North Carolina’s farming history and culture.
More information is available at: (919) 477-5498 or DukeHomestead.org.