18th Century Gaming
Visit to experience a variety of pastimes from over two hundred years ago. Outdoor games 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the East Yard and indoor games 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Dining Room of the Mansion.
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Events
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John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE
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History Revival – Swedish, Dutch and English Brewers
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesHistorian John Medkaff will focus on brewing in the 17th century colonial period in Delaware. The focus will be on the Swedish, Dutch, and English periods. Discussion will extend to areas a bit outside New Castle but the latter will be the area of focus.
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History Revival – Taverns, Taprooms and Tippling Houses
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesJoin us as New Castle Historical Society director Mike Connolly discusses taverns located in the city of New Castle in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Some taverns were famous, and some infamous, but all offered services for travelers and residents alike.
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46th Annual Nanticoke Powwow
Hudson Fields 30045 Eaglecrest Rd, Milton, DEThe Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is a proud sponsor of this year's powwow.
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46th Annual Nanticoke Powwow
Hudson Fields 30045 Eaglecrest Rd, Milton, DEThe Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is a proud sponsor of this year's powwow.
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Art Workshop
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesParticipants will get to explore using pastels with local artist Dennis Young and then use those skills on Saturday to make art on the New Castle Green. This workshop is required if you are going to be attending the Plein Air on Saturday but if you join the workshop you are not required to join […]
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Pastels on The Green
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesWorkshop attendees will get the chance to use their skills and do pastel art on the New Castle Green. The Thursday workshop is required if you are going to be attending the Plein Air on Saturday but if you join the workshop you are not required to join the art making on the Green. Space […]
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Thistledown Fiber Arts Guild Demonstrations
John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DEDemonstrations 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.
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Addressing the Silence: Town Hall in Partnership with the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice
Lewes Public Library 111 Adams Ave, Lewes, DERegister and join us in-person at the Lewes Public Library’s large meeting room. We are thrilled to invite you to an informative Town Hall! The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) is proud to unveil a groundbreaking collaboration with the John Dickinson Plantation (JDP). Town Hall Discussion Highlights About “Addressing the Silence” […]
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African Burial Ground Guided Visitation
John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DEAn opportunity to visit the African burial ground and engage with guides about the complex history of the site. Reservations are required and can be made after 8/23/2024 by calling 302-739-3277. This program is recommended for ages 13 and older. The burial ground is believed to be the final resting place for enslaved and free […]