History Revival: Pass the Rum

New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United States

    This program looks at the historical attempt to regulate the consumption of alcohol over the centuries. While most people are aware of prohibition in the 1920, during the so called Noble Experiment, attempts to regulate this behavior extend far into our past. While the program pays deeper attention to the modern era, as […]

History Revival: Colonial Brewing

New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United States

A brewer who makes beer in the authentic Colonial style will visit us to speak about brewing in the American Colonies and how brewing and tavern culture was important to the American Revolution.

Thistledown Fiber Arts Guild Demonstrations

John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE

Demonstrations by the Thistledown Fiber Arts Guild. Program occurs during tours to explore fiber arts pursuits and may include spinning, weaving, knitting, and other historic handcrafts. Group meeting 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion Dining Room.

Float Your Boat

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

Part of the Zwaanendael Museum Pirate Passport activity. Learn how boats float, and make your own. For children of all ages. 2 PM on the second floor of the Zwaanendael Museum.