Race & Slavery at Davidson College

Restoration brings the historic Davidson School gym back to life

The Town of Davidson has finished a $4 million renovation of the historic Davidson School gymnasium. We talk with project manager Doug Wright about the restoration and his memories of playing in the gym decades ago.

4/29/26 - Exploring the history of Lake Norman

A panel discussion on the history of Lake Norman, NC., and what lies beneath its waters. Recorded live March 29th, 2026, with authors Jan Blodgett and Chuck McShane, both historians of Lake Norman. Moderator David Boraks of the Davidson Historical Society.

2/23/26 - Murder on South Street

The true story of a scandalous high-society murder in Davidson, NC, in 1914. A shot rang out when pharmacist Monroe Jetton found Dr. W.H. Wooten in his home one night with his wife, Josie Jetton. Journalist David Boraks and Ghosts of Davidson leader Rachel Workman tell the tale for Davidson Historical Society. Published February 23, 2026.

Clint Smith reading at the dedication of "With These Hands" at Davidson College

Remarks by author Clint Smith at the October 23, 2025, dedication of Davidson College's "With These Hands: A Memorial to the Enslaved and Exploited." Recorded for Davidson Historical Society by David Boraks.

Race & Slavery at Davidson College

A panel discussion hosted by Davidson Historical Society (NC) about Race & Slavery at Davidson College. Historian Hilary Green, the James B. Duke Professor of Africana Studies at Davidson College, and Martha Gimson, the college's historic sites and program manager, discussed the college's research and commemoration efforts that began in 2020. Moderated by DHS president David Boraks. Recorded October 26, 2025, at Davidson College.