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Your
Pan-African
Oasis
Power Center
Sanctuary
Step into deep invigorting rest, reflection, and renewal. The Bennu Center is your Pan African oasis where the quiet strength of Black Power meets the calm of nature. Enjoy a peaceful stay with scenic views, fresh air, and the freedom to simply be.
Choose a space inspired by warrior ancestors like Yaa Asantewaa and Marcus Garvey, with colors that evoke healing energy and clarity. Wake restored, move with calm strength, and carry the feeling long after you leave.
Room Options
Araminta Harriet Tubman Room ($125/night)
Details
- Adults: 2
- Children: 1
- Amenities: Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, Ensuite with shower and tub, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy lawn
- Bed Type: King Size
Prices start at: $2 for 2 nights
Yaa Asantewaa Room ($110/night)
Details
- Adults: 4
- Children: 2
- Amenities: Access to 2nd living room with bay window, Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Shared washroom with shower and porcelain tub, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy rear lawn and treescape
- Bed Type: 2 Queen beds
Prices start at: $220 for 2 nights
Marcus Garvey Room ($110/night)
Details
- Adults: 2
- Children: 1
- Amenities: Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Shared washroom with shower and porcelain tub, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy lawn
- Size: 1.2ft²
- Bed Type: 1 Queen Size
Prices start at: $220 for 2 nights
Thomas Sankara Room ($85/night)
Details
- Adults: 2
- Children: 1
- Amenities: Access to 2nd living room with bay window, Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Shared washroom with shower and porcelain tub, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy lawn
- Size: 1.2ft²
- Bed Type: Queen bed
Prices start at: $170 for 2 nights
Freedom Room ($85/night)
Details
- Adults: 2
- Children: 1
- Amenities: Access to 2nd living room with bay window, Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Shared washroom with shower and porcelain tub, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy lawn + deck view
- Bed Type: Convertible couch bed
Prices start at: $170 for 2 nights
Whole House ($474/night)
Details
- Adults: 12
- Children: 6
- Amenities: Access to 2nd living room with bay window, Bathrooms with tiled floors, porcelain sinks, stainless fixtures, Ensuite with shower and tub, hardwood furniture, matching drapes, Plush bedding, soft pillows, cozy blankets, Plush carpets, matching drapes, hardwood furniture, Shared washroom with shower and porcelain tub, Walk in closets or in-built wardrobes
- View: Tree-lined grassy lawn + deck view
Prices start at: $1,422 for 3 nights
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About the Bennu Center - A Living Tribute "in the Spirit of the People"
The Evolution of the Bennu Center
What once began as a fantastical dream for a wife raised in Connecticut and the south and a devoted husband and father, born and raised in Brooklyn, has now been transformed into the Bennu Center — a Pan African oasis rooted in self-sufficiency, cultural pride, and community healing.
Once the private home of Dr. Mawiyah and Kambon and their family, it now opens its door to the public in tribute to his life’s work and legacy. In the spirit of the people — the meaning of the Kambon name in Swahili — this sacred space stands as a living testament to restoration, reflection, and reconnection, offering a noble refuge for all who seek renewal of mind, body, and spirit.
Finding the Bennu
5 acres, tree-lined, with access to a neighboring pond, open spaces, cozy coves, and serene environments surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Getting Here
The Bennu Cultural Center is easily accessible from major routes, including Highway 40, I-440, I-40, and Interstate 95. Whether you’re arriving from Raleigh, Durham, or surrounding cities, the center is just minutes from key exits and offers straightforward access for visitors traveling by car.
Nearby Attractions & Accessibility
RDU International Airport
Raleigh, NC ~15-20 minutes
Durham, NC ~30-45 minutes
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