Pages Tagged With: "Lewes"

City of Lewes adopts ordinance requiring archaeological investigation for certain development projects

City officials have adopted an ordinance that will require archaeological investigation ahead of large development projects.




Delaware and the War of 1812: Part III

By Chuck Fithian, HCA Curator of Archaeology The year 1814 saw the inauguration of a new governor— Daniel Rodney of Lewes. Like his predecessor, he continued to oversee and maintain the active defense of the state. Defensive measures continued with Delawareans manning the various fortifications and ongoing militia service. During the year, Delaware ceded Pea […]




Dutch-American Friendship Day

Fun events with a touch of history are planned for Dutch-American Friendship Day at the Zwaanendael Museum on Saturday, April 16.




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.




Meet the group that brings the holiday spirit to the Zwaanendael Museum

Every year, the Sussex Gardeners help decorate Lewes for the holidays, including the Zwaanendael Museum. Learn more about this unique club.




The War of 1812, H.M. Brig DeBraak, Lewes History and More

The Delaware Bay, the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse, Mermen, and the Bombardment of Lewes A timeline history of Delaware’s first settlement and other significant dates A Historical Timeline of the H.M.B. DeBraak Still need more help? Contact us at (302) 645-1148 for more information.




Zwaanendael Museum announces winners of its ‘Uniquely Lewes’ photo contest

Contest challenged amateur photographers to submit images of what makes Lewes unique.