Old State House

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!

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 honor of Halloween, this program will describe the life and writings of Edgar Allan Poe, and it will include readings from some of his works. Audience members are encouraged […]

Old State House Site Supervisor Gavin Malone will describe the American Revolution's impact on several groups often overlooked in the traditional telling of the story including women, African Americans, Native […]

Local historian Syl Woolford will describe the lives and careers of Priest Absalom Jones and Bishop Richard Allen and their roles in building the early AME Church.

Visitors to the Old State House will have a chance to participate in quill pen demonstrations where they can try writing like people did in America’s early days.

Historic Site Interpreter Susan Emory will describe the lives and contributions of Martha Washington, Abigail Adams and Dolley Madison to the early years of the American Republic.