"It finally happened."

On May 9, 1953, The Carolina Times reported its relief as Durham began electing more diverse representatives to serve in political positions of power. 1951 brought Durham the first two city councilwomen and the first Jewish mayor. 1953 elected the first black city councilman. Come and explore through this interactive and accessible platform how a shifting Durham in the early 1950s encouraged the election of people from many underrepresented identities!

Election Data

See election data for the 1951 and 1953 elections in Durham.

People

Learn about prominent contributors to the demographic shift in the Durham political scene.

Timeline

View a timeline of events surrounding prominent Durham elections during the mid-1900s.

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