Durham spans the tidal reaches of Great Bay and the Oyster River in Strafford County, pairing coastal ecology with a dynamic college-town center anchored by the University of New Hampshire. A youthful, international population boosts dining, arts, and athletics year-round. Maritime and agrarian history evolved into academic leadership with strong research and sustainability programs. The economy is driven by education, research, technology, and services, complemented by shops and cafés that serve campus and town. Durham’s culture features galleries, theaters, lectures, and Division I sports; top attractions include estuarine trails, boat launches, birding areas, and quick routes to ocean beaches. Homecoming, concerts, conferences, and market-day events animate public greens, while a collaborative community advances walkability, transit, and conservation. Explore streets, paths, and nearby Seacoast towns on our interactive map of Durham.
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