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"Unlocking April's Charm: 5 Gratis Delights to Savor at Duke University"

Here are several events this month that you can enjoy, including eclipse festivals, carillon performances, and honors of jazz superstars.

 

April is one of the most vibrant months of the year at Duke. It's not just the flowers that are in bloom; there are a lot of different events going on throughout campus.
Here are just a few of the numerous entertaining and cost-free events taking place at Duke this month, including seeing a solar eclipse, listening to jazz greats perform live, and spending a day outside the chapel.

April 8 – Eclipse Viewing Festival

 

On Monday, April 8, in the afternoon, visit the Sarah P Duke Gardens to take part in nature-themed activities both indoors and outdoors with activities for all ages. Don't forget to get a beautiful place for the solar eclipse, which will temporarily darken the sky.

Students watch the solar eclipse at Duke Gardens.

 

 

April 14 – Nasher Family Day

Visitors can use art to commemorate Earth Day at the Nasher Museum of Art's monthly Family Day. The Scrap Exchange provides recycled materials for guests to create their own artwork. In addition, they can meet artists who use unusual materials to express themselves and engage with live creatures from the Piedmont Wildlife Centre, both of which might provide inspiration.

Visitors encounter wildlife at the Nasher Family Day.

 

 

 

 

April 14 – Our First Lady of Jazz: Celebrating Mary Lou Williams 

 

 

Mary Lou Williams was a celebrated pianist and composer who left an enduring musical legacy. She worked with jazz greats like Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, and Duke Ellington. At Duke, where she served as an artist-in-residence from 1977 until her passing in 1981, she also made her impact. Her legacy lives on in the Mary Lou Williams Centre for Black Culture on campus.

A celebration of Williams and her music will take place at Duke University Chapel on Sunday, April 14, at 4 p.m. Duke Chapel Choir, North Carolina Central Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and a number of special guests will perform Williams' compositions as well as other pieces that served as inspiration for her as part of Duke's Centennial celebration.
The Duke Wind Symphony will perform William's final unfinished composition at a free concert at Baldwin Auditorium one evening early on Saturday, April 13, at 8 p.m.

Mary Lou Williams shared her love of music with Duke Students

 

 

April 26 – Duke Campus Farm Community Work Day

 

The Duke Campus Farm is hosting a community labour day on Friday, April 26 from 1-4 p.m. Volunteers can assist the farm's student staff and gain firsthand experience with sustainable agriculture. While early registration for the event is requested, everyone is welcome.
The Duke Campus Farm will host a Land and Listen event later that Friday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., giving guests the chance to take in some peaceful time on the one-acre farm in Duke Forest and listen to a brief performance of environmental poetry.
The Spring Contra Dance, which takes place on Friday, April 12 from 7 to 10 p.m., is another exciting Duke Campus Farm Event happening in April. There will be live violin music, dancing, and refreshments at the event.

Volunteers get their hands dirty at Duke Campus Farm's Community Work Days.

 

 

April 28 – Duke Chapel Carillon Recital

 

For a unique chance to witness a symphony featuring the bells of Duke University Chapel, get a blanket and make your way to Abele Quad. The show begins at 5 p.m. and runs until 6 p.m. The J. Samuel Hammond Carillon Recital Series begins on Sunday, April 28. Here, carillonneur Jonathan Lehrer of Michigan State University plays the 50-bell carillon at Duke.

Hear the music of Duke Chapel's 50 bells on April 28.

 

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