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SUMMARY:Reading of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Following the National Bell Ringing Ceremony\, staff from the Old State House will read the Declaration of Independence steps away from where it was read to the citizens of Dover in 1776.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T133751Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth of July at the Old State House
DESCRIPTION:Visitors can experience the state’s historic capitol building\, with a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 2:00 PM and a quill writing workshop in the courtroom. Happy Independence Day!
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/fourth-of-july-at-the-old-state-house/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
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SUMMARY:Remembering Rosedale Beach
DESCRIPTION:Remembering Rosedale Beach is a compilation of Historical accounts and oral histories of people who experienced the magic of one of the greatest culture institutions in America the former Rosedale Beach Hotel and Resort\, given by historian Tamara R. Burks. During the depression era and beyond Rosedale Beach was a fantastic place of leisure and activities for people of color along the American east coast. Due to segregation policies and practices in early America\, people of color of a variety of backgrounds were barred from frequenting various types of public facilities\, such as hotels and restaurants. These communities had to create and run their own entertainment venues and facilities\, and they also ran their own leisure activities. This was the case when Rosedale Beach was in operation and was transformed into a major East Coast vacation destination. People came to Rosedale Beach from points north\, south\, east\, and west to vacation for the day\, the week or the summer. Visitors came to be entertained by top-of-the-line entertainment and to enjoy leisure activities\, such as baseball games\, swimming\, church picnics and other activities. The Rosedale Beach story continues to draw in people from all walks of life under the umbrella of amazing\, world-class music and entertainment. \nTamara R. Burks has a background in journalism\, media studies and historical research and interpretation and served as a historical interpreter and researcher for HCA from 2002 to 2011.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/remembering-rosedale-beach/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T140000
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CREATED:20250422T194122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T171453Z
UID:80938-1749906000-1749909600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Dover Comic Con 2025 Panelist @ The Old State House
DESCRIPTION:1:00 PM \nThe Cult Classic Movie “The Room” discussed by actor Philip Haldiman \nThe cult classic The Room is a 2003 American independent romantic drama written\, directed\, produced by\, and starring Tommy Wiseau. Philip Haldiman\, who played Denny in the film\, will share behind-the-scenes stories from the set\, insights into the making of The Room\, and highlights from his broader acting career. He will also be showcasing his comic book\, which will be available at Dover Con.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/dover-comic-con-2025-panelists-the-old-state-house/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20250129T162959Z
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SUMMARY:Dover Days at the Old State House
DESCRIPTION:The Old State House will be open to the public for self-guided tours and activities as part of the annual Dover Days celebration.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/dover-days-at-the-old-state-house/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T203000
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SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Skyler Cumbia
DESCRIPTION:Skyler Cumbia is a singer songwriter and music therapist\, originally from Virginia. She has lived in Wilmington for over four years. A multi-instrumentalist who enjoys many genres of music\, she will most often be found playing folk and pop music with an occasional jazz standard. Skyler got involved in the Wilmington music scene and the surrounding areas through open mics and gigging at coffee shops\, breweries\, and music festivals. From connections made through those experiences\, she was able to record and release an EP of original music this year. Her music is influenced and inspired by experiences and thoughts on life\, international travels\, love of nature\, and much more. As a music therapist\, Skyler works for a hospice company\, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of nurses\, social workers\, and chaplains to manage symptoms and support patients physically\, mentally\, emotionally\, and spiritually. She visits patients wherever they live in Delaware and uses their preferred music to decrease pain\, anxiety\, shortness of breath\, etc. She may also support them in life review and reminiscence and provide the opportunity for engagement in active music making\, songwriting\, or legacy projects. \nLearn more about Skyler Cumbia on her website.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-skyler-cumbia/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240729T174159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T180636Z
UID:77237-1739559600-1739565000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Ampersand\, Stella Prince
DESCRIPTION:Opening the evening will be Nashville-based singer songwriter Stella Prince. Shaping her emotions into powerful songs and performances that put her visceral voice at center stage\, Stella Prince has forged her own genre. Her Gen Z folk has earned her sold-out shows across North America and Europe\, history-making Nashville performances at AMERICANAFEST and Tin Pan South\, and a #1 on the Official Folk Charts. She is a winner of the 2023 Folk Alliance First Timers Scholarship and finalist for the 2024 John Cirillo Songwriting Award. \nLearn more about Stella Prince on her website. \nAmpersand interprets music from the folk and old-time American traditions on modern instruments with treasured songs and lively instrumentals\, finding great joy in bringing this music to modern ears. The core of Ampersand is Beth Lawton and Dick Hogle\, whose duo work shines with the spark of vocal harmonies and a shared musical sensibility. The Ampersand name is particularly appropriate since the whole of this group is definitely more than the sum of its parts. Band manager and mother hen\, Beth incorporates a wide range of vocal styles to her music\, adding harmonies that range from sultry to playful. Guitar\, hammered dulcimer\, and occasionally banjo or mountain dulcimer are her instruments of choice. Bringing a warm bluesy style to the group\, Dick offers guitar leads\, a strong baritone voice\, and more recently\, mandolin leads and banjo pickin’ to the mix. Topher Lawton’s mellow baritone voice and foot-stompin’ bones-playing add a depth to all the gigs he joins in on. Topher’s specialty is early music\, including shape note singing\, but he is willing to play “modern” colonial-era tunes when need be. Cello\, bouzouki\, and penny whistles round out his offerings. Eastern Shore musician Dave Moore brings guitar\, harmonica\, banjo\, and bass to the group\, adding his voice to the rich harmonies. \nLearn more about Ampersand on their website.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-ampersand/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T130000
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UID:79208-1738414800-1738418400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Paul Robeson's Sacrifice
DESCRIPTION:Local historian Syl Woolford will discuss the activism of Paul Robeson\, a successful actor and singer of the early 20th century. In the 1940s Robeson turned his attention to addressing racism throughout the world. Taking a stance on the issue impacted his career and his life.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/paul-robesons-sacrifice/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240729T174024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150742Z
UID:77231-1736537400-1736541000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Red Smith & Blue Dawn
DESCRIPTION:Red Smith and Blue Dawn is an acoustic string band known for their captivating blend of folk\, bluegrass\, and Americana music. Formed in January 2024 the band features a lineup of skilled musicians who bring together a rich mix of traditional and original tunes. Their sound is characterized by lively mandolin and intricate dobro leads\, held down by steady guitar and bass grooves with modern sensibilities. The band’s repertoire includes a variety of genres\, from upbeat\, foot-stomping bluegrass to soulful ballads and everything in between. Their performances are celebrated for their high energy\, tight arrangements\, engaging lyrics and storytelling. Red Smith and Blue Dawn have built a strong following through their energetic live shows and have been featured at numerous festivals and local venues\, steadily gaining recognition for their authentic sound and dynamic stage presence. \nLearn more about this band in their Facebook page.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-red-smith-blue-dawn/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240729T173451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150544Z
UID:77225-1734118200-1734121800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Bryan & the Barn Owls
DESCRIPTION:Born into a family with a deep love of music\, Bryan was quickly drawn into the art. Bryan’s first guitar was a flamenco guitar handed down from his uncle. As he moved in and out of various bands through high school/college\, Bryan developed a unique songwriting style derived from his many influences\, including John Denver\, Johnny Cash and Jim Croce. He also gained experience as a composer\, thus mastering the song process from start to finish. After a year studying music in Los Angeles\, Bryan returned to his home state of Delaware in late 2012 to start his journey as a solo artist. He draws his inspiration from America’s landscape\, his personal journey as an artist and events in history. Since 2014 he has released 4 albums\, got nominated for “Best Local Artist” award in 2016 & won Delaware Todays “Best Local Artist downstate” award in 2021. In 2018\, Bryan started “Bryan & The Barn Owls” to further develop his sound. Why “Barn Owls” you may ask? The name was chosen because Bryan believed when one thinks of barns\, they think of rustic Americana & when one thinks of Owls\, they think of creatures thriving in the night. In that logic\, Barn Owls seemed to encapsulate the vision! Backed by John Heinz on fiddle and Phinex Diego on upright bass\, the Barn Owls deliver a true sample of the American countryside. \nLearn more on their website.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-bryan-the-barn-owls/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T163000
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SUMMARY:Who Were the Signers: Delaware’s Ratification Document
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Delaware Day\, tours of the Old State House will focus on the stories of some of the signers of Delaware’s ratification document. Come visit us and hear the story of how Delaware earned its nickname of the First State! \nBuilding tours start at 10:00 AM\, 11:00 AM\, 1:00 PM\, 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. They are free and open to the public.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/who-were-the-signers-delawares-ratification-document/
LOCATION:DE
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240729T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150514Z
UID:77219-1731094200-1731097800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Chris English Duo
DESCRIPTION:Chris English offers a combination of deep traditional acoustic blues and solid original material. Delta blues is his forte\, singing\, playing guitar and harp\, stamping out the time on an old wooden Coca Cola crate. He uses vintage guitars from the 20’s and ’30’s to replicate the sound and feeling of the blues he has studied and loves. Chris performs solo\, as a duo and with a full band. For this show\, Chris and his son Grayson on bass will perform as a duo\, playing mostly original music and a few blues standards. Grayson is a multi-instrumentalist and graduate of Salisbury University’s music department. He has been playing with Chris since 2008. When he’s not performing\, he works repairing instruments\, and handcrafting guitar effects pedals. \nLearn more on Chris English’s website.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-chris-english-duo/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240823T175735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T175735Z
UID:77548-1730552400-1730556000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:We Didn't Vote for Him: Delaware and the Election of 1860
DESCRIPTION:Every four years we hear that “this is the most important election in our history\,” but what happened in the election of 1860 that took the country into a civil war? Explore the issues to understand why Delawareans didn’t vote for Abraham Lincoln and discover how he won despite not receiving a single vote in ten states. Old State House Site Supervisor Gavin Malone will take you back more than 160 years to the event that historian Gary Gallagher described as “the most fateful election in US history.”
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/we-didnt-vote-for-him-delaware-and-the-election-of-1860/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Old State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T090254
CREATED:20240729T172739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T150351Z
UID:77210-1728675000-1728678600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Friends of Folk Concert Series: Tyler Greene
DESCRIPTION:Unpredictable in genre or instrumentation\, Delaware native Tyler Greene is always striving to explore new methods of songwriting\, production\, and performance. With a show that features acoustic asides\, psychedelic jams\, sample manipulation\, & live looping mastery\, Tyler is sure to fit the bill and to deliver. Shapeshifting into whatever the situation calls for\, he draws on extensive music theory knowledge and 10+ years of experience of playing shows around Delmarva to take audiences on a sonic journey of playful exploration. Tyler is also known for taking requests during cover sets\, engaging with a crowd\, and taking new songs as an exciting challenge. \nLearn more on Tyler Greene’s website.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/friends-of-folk-concert-series-tyler-green/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 25 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Friends of Folk Concert Series,Old State House
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