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The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) announces a full range of experiences for the history buff in all of us.  From traditional lectures and costumed interpreters to interactive […]

The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) welcomed seven students from a variety of colleges and universities into its 2026 internship program. The program provides students with opportunities to […]

This New Castle Court House Museum, owned and operated by the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, presents History Revival: To Give My Voice in the Matter of Independence on […]

The Nanticoke Indian Tribe proudly presents its 48th Annual Powwow at Hudson Fields on September 12 & 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  The two-day weekend event is a […]

The DeVries Monument in Lewes, Delaware, which commemorates the 1631 site of Swanendael, the first European settlement in the state, underwent a long-planned redesign, courtesy of the Division of Historical […]

Jonathan Whitney’s latest album “Cooch’s Bridge: The African-American Presence” is the second suite of four works inspired by the historic site now operated by the Division of Historical and Cultural […]

The National Historic Preservation Act (54 U.S.C. 306108) of 1966, as amended, established federal policy on historic preservation, and a public-private partnership to carry out that policy. The Act specifies […]

The replica of the Liberty Bell which graces Legislative Mall in the state capital of Dover, is identical to the iconic original in Philadelphia. This Bell was cast in France […]

The John Dickinson Plantation invites visitors to experience the art of the English country dance on Wednesdays, September 16 & 30, 7-9 p.m.  A staple of Regency-era British life rooted […]

DOVER, Del. –– In tandem with the ongoing semiquincentennial celebrations, The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) presents unique historic program offerings across all three Delaware counties.  Visitors young […]