Details in Delaware: The Green Book

“Details in Delaware” is a history-informed collaboration between Kara A. Briggs, an architectural historian with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs State Historic Preservation Office, and Desiree May, the Division’s social media lead, to bring some interesting Delaware history facts and preservation information to the forefront.

The idea is to showcase the diversity of what the Division does, while also highlighting unique architectural features and landmarks to educate the public. Check out more interesting details like these by visiting the Division on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

And don’t forget the Division also has a podcast with many episodes exploring fascinating details about Delaware history. Check it out at history.delaware.gov/podcast.

The Green Book

The Green Book is a shortened term for “The Negro Motorist Green Book: An International Travel Guide.” Written by Victor H. Green, it was published between 1936-1967 and provided safe information for African Americans when traveling. Here are a couple of listings for travel in Delaware.

This collecition of images shows The Green Book cover from the 1960s, its author Victor H. Green and a listing of safe locations in Laurel and Wilmington, Delaware, as well as the exterior of two of those buildings.

Learn more about The Green Book in this newsletter article from Fall 2022.

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