Division-sponsored programs in September 2022
Events include lectures, tours and Delaware’s 24th Chautauqua tent show.
Dover receives Certified Local Government status
Designation encourages successful preservation programs and practices in Delaware’s capital city.
Dover’s space connection coming to the library
Some of the earliest examples of space gear produced by workers in the heart of the First State will be on display at the Dover Public Library.
DSU freshmen present fresh perspectives on Delaware history
Students participated in programs at four Delaware historic sites in July 2015.
DSU students to present fresh perspectives on Delaware history on July 22, 2017
Free interactive, history-related activities to be presented at four historic sites located in Dover, Del.
DuPont Schools study to expand with story map
A recent survey by the Division and its partners have revealed the history of Delaware’s dozens of DuPont Schools. Now a new story map will help bring them to life.
Enhanced digital spreadsheet offers redesign of Plantation Stories Project
The public will soon be able to explore information on a handful of the free and enslaved people who lived, worked and died at the John Dickinson Plantation through an enhanced online spreadsheet that is part of a larger Plantations Stories Project.
EVENT CANCELLED: Buena Vista Holiday Open House on Dec. 9, 2017
Event cancelled due to inclement weather.
EVENT CHANGE OF VENUE: ‘First People of the First State: 12,000 Years, 300 Years and One Year’ program on Sept. 2, 2017 moved indoors due to inclement weather
Sept. 2, 2017 event moved from outdoors on the Dover Green to indoors at The Old State House.
EVENTS RESCHEDULED–Programs on Delaware’s Native-American heritage to be held through the end of September 2016
Programs on Delaware’s Lenape and Nanticoke Indian tribes to be featured.
Exhibit ‘Delaware and the War of 1812’ closed on March 19, 2016
EXHIBIT CLOSED March 19, 2016.
Experience the annual Separation Day celebration
Visit the New Castle Court House Museum for the parade, shop at the vintage market and top off the day with fireworks.
Explore a ‘History Revival’ at the New Castle Court House Museum
On Thursday afternoons in August, the New Castle Court House Museum will host a series of events focused on maritime history.
Explore a ‘History Revival’ at the Zwaanendael Museum
Visit Lewes every Friday and Saturday in September for a new look at southern Delaware’s maritime history, thanks to a series of programming presented by the Zwaanendael Museum and Lewes Public Library.
Explore Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site’s new website and social media presence
The Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site takes a step toward the future with expanded website and social media presence.
Explore Milford’s rich history at the museum
Whether it’s shipping or industry or a look at life of the past, take a step inside the original post office to view the diverse collection of objects tied to the city’s history.