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Date Posted: Monday, November 20th, 2023

After several years of research compiled by Reverend Janet Maull-Martin and members of the congregation, Georgetown’s Prospect A.M.E. Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 23, 2023.  Originally constructed in 1866, Prospect A.M.E. Church is significant in local Delaware history as a focal point in Georgetown’s African American community, fulfilling […]


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Date Posted: Friday, November 17th, 2023

William Penn Day brought a day of Colonial era-inspired performances and storytelling to the New Castle Court House Museum this fall.


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Date Posted: Thursday, November 16th, 2023

Hundreds of area students recently got to experience the wonders of historical exploration first-hand.


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Date Posted: Wednesday, November 15th, 2023

Marshmallows have been around for thousands of years, and this Nov. 30, Zwaanendael Museum is bringing back an ancient recipe.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, November 14th, 2023

Archaeological excavations at the Buena Vista property have uncovered the real use of a small, white outbuilding.


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Date Posted: Monday, November 13th, 2023

The New Castle Court House Museum and First State National Historical Park recently hosted a naturalization ceremony for 20 people from 12 different countries.


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Date Posted: Thursday, November 9th, 2023

The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs raised more than $1,500 for multiple nonprofit organizations during the 2023 State Employees’ Charitable Campaign. Find out how!


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Date Posted: Tuesday, November 7th, 2023

Join staff at historic sites and museums across the state for several programs and events, including holiday themes, this December.


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Date Posted: Friday, October 27th, 2023

The public is invited to participate in forums on Nov. 28 and Dec. 1 to learn more about the division’s work engaging descendant communities.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, October 24th, 2023

Do you love Delaware history? If you’ve ever considered working in the field, a job, internship or volunteering opportunity with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs may be the perfect fit for you!


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