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Visit the Incubator

Panoramic view of the Incubator at Main Library - a large space full of seating, stretching from the wall of windows to the main staircase

Located at Main Library, the Incubator is a small business center that offers free workshops and a free dedicated co-working space to budding entrepreneurs. Our Business Services team is here to help you start, grow, and thrive in your business.

To reserve the Small Business SMOffice for private meetings, email us at smallbizcenter@dconc.gov.

Programs and offerings are fully funded by the Durham Library Foundation. Visit their website to learn more: DCoLibrary Small Business Center

The Business Services area at Main Library - a large space with tall windows, rows of desks with comfortable chairs, shelves of reference books, and an information desk front and center
The Incubator at Main Library - a large space with lots of seating at desks and in low-walled cubes
The SMoffice (small office) - an small room with a table and three chairs, mounted screen, and white board
Library mascot Read A. Bull seated on a bench in the Business Services area, next to Poly
Poly the Puppy, a polygonal dog figure wearing a jaunty business hat and tie, plus baby poly puppy, pose with the book "How to Start a Home-Based Pet-Sitting and Dog-Walking Business"
The Business Services area at Main Library - a large space with tall windows and sunbeams coming through, plus seating at open and semi-enclosed desks
View of Durham at sunset as seen from the Business Services balcony