Sweet Soul Revival: 60s Motown
An evening of rhythm, flavor and timeless charm awaits at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club’s recently reimagined Fairview Dining Room, where guests can soak in the groovy, soulful sounds of 1960s Motown at this AAA Four Diamond destination nestled on Duke University’s scenic campus. “Sweet Soul Revival: 60s Motown” invites guests into an evening of vibrant energy and feel-good rhythm, featuring the legendary hits of Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and James Brown that defined a generation.
Hosted in the Inn’s award-winning Fairview Dining Room from 5-8 p.m., a live DJ from Hunky Dory Durham will spin vinyl throughout the night, while a dedicated listening station lets guests experience the era’s iconic grooves up close. Alongside the music, guests will savor a thoughtfully curated menu and a themed cocktail inspired by the era, with limited edition, vintage-inspired pricing — offered exclusively for the evening in celebration of the event and as a nod to the Motown era — featuring a specialty entrée and dessert for $25 and a $10 cocktail. The full Fairview Dining Room menu will also be available at regular pricing.
The 1960s musical experience is part of the “Vintage Vibes” Vinyl Listening Series – a weekly program hosted by the Inn, immersing guests in the rhythm and culture of various musical eras in a refined, social atmosphere:
April 20 - The Smooth Set: 50s Jazz Classics
Featuring the timeless sounds of icons such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra
May 4 - Boogie Fever: 70s Funk & Disco
Feel the rhythm with artists like Queen, David Bowie, Donna Summer and Earth, Wind & Fire
May 11 - Retro Rewind: 80s Radio Gold
Turn up the nostalgia with favorites such as Prince, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Cyndi Lauper
Reservations are encouraged, but not required, for this one-of-a-kind dining experience. To make reservations at the Fairview Dining Room, please call 919.493.6699 or secure your reservation online through OpenTable at https://www.opentable.com/fairview-dining-room. Guests are invited to visit the Inn’s Experiences page to learn more about the series: https://www.washingtondukeinn.com/experiences.
Strike the right note with an evening of nostalgic sound and flavor, perfectly composed to take you back in time.
