A Home For Work That Matters
Welcome to Provident1898
Provident1898 is a co-working community nestled within the historic NC Mutual Building, the cornerstone of Durham’s Black Wall Street. We’re proud of our vibrant community of members who are entrepreneurs, change-makers, and creatives. We offer a wide range of options from co-working memberships to dedicated office suites for rent to professional networking events to help you start or grow your business.
Our space includes 22 dedicated offices, four conference rooms, one large training room, and one fitness center. We’re always looking to grow our community.
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Membership Options
We’re always looking to grow our community.
Choose the membership package below that fits you best and join in the action.
Day Pass
$20/Month
For a day of focused work, a coworking day pass at Provident1898 gives you the space, internet, and support you need to get things done, without the coffee shop chaos.
- In and out access Monday – Friday from 9am-5pm
On-Demand
$99/Month
- All day access for 10 days a month
- Bring a guest with 3 complimentary Day Passes per month
- Coworks App– Member directory, program and event registration
- Member rate for hourly conference room reservations
- 50% off all event space rentals
Momentum
$149/Month
- All day access to Provident1898 for 10 days a month
- Business mailing services and address
- Bring a guest with 3 complimentary Day Passes per month
- Member rate for hourly conference room reservations
- Coworks App– Member directory, program and event registration
- 50% off event space rentals
All-Access
$249/Month
- Unlimited access Provident1898
- 8 hours per month in Founder’s Conference Room
- Unlimited Fitness Center Access
- Bring a guest with 3 complimentary Day Passes per month
- Member rate for hourly conference room reservations
- Coworks App– Member directory, program and event registration
- 50% off event space rentals
Private Suites
& Team Options
Your Work. Your Team. Your Suite.
For Teams of 1-10
Looking for a space where your people can thrive in today’s evolving work landscape?
Contact us to create a suite solution that fits your workflow, culture, and vision.
WHO ARE OUR MEMBERS?
Celebrating 20 Years of Impact
Explore NC IDEA’s journey in empowering entrepreneurs across North Carolina. Don’t miss their podcast for inspiring stories and exciting news: recent grantees get FREE access to Provident1898!
Member Success Snapshot:
- $6.4 million raised by members working to increase access to capital, scale operations, and expand visibility for underrepresented communities.
- $32.2 million deployed by member organizations through grantmaking and funding initiatives that uplift and invest in emerging entrepreneurs.
- More than 100 professionals call Provident1898 home. Engineers of both buildings and futures, attorneys shaping justice, entrepreneurs scaling business and strategists designing impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Provident1898?
Provident1898 is a coworking community located in the NC Mutual Building, a cornerstone of Durham’s Black Wall Street. We offer a wide range of options from coworking, dedicated office suites to professional networking events to help you start or grow your business.
What type of memberships are offered? Which one is best for me?
a. Day Pass: In and out access to open coworking spaces and community lounge from 9AM – 5PM. Great if you’re dropping in town and need a space to work + connect.
b. On-Demand: 10 day (24/7) access to Provident1898 open coworking spaces and community lounge. Work from home but want a different atmosphere on occasion? This option is perfect for you.
c. All-Access: Unlimited (24/7) access to Provident1898 open coworking space and community lounge, access to fitness center + eight hours of conference room time. For those who need an everyday workspace or a professional place to take clients.
d. Dedicated Suite: Everything in the All- Access, just your own space to call home. For teams or individuals that want greater privacy.
How many rooms and spaces do you have for rent?
Our space includes 22 dedicated offices, four conference rooms, one large training room, and one fitness center.
Is there a contract to become a member?
No, there’s no contract required to become a coworking member, however; an agreement is required for our dedicated suites.
What is the policy for guests?
We encourage our members to bring guests. Please limit to two per visit. Just make sure you’re present with your guests at all times.
Are pets allowed at Provident1898?
No, but for certain cases (e.g. service animals)
Contact Us
Interested in joining us? Let’s talk about it.
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