Escape New Castle

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

Piece together clues left in the Assembly Room as you try to move Delaware's Capital before the British arrive in this exciting escape room! Rooms will run from 6:00 to 6:30 PM and 6:30 to 7:00 PM. Rooms are limited to one group per session, and groups must be limited to 6 people or less. […]

Bayberry Candle Workshop

A workshop on the bayberry, how the wax was produced and the opportunity to dip your own bayberry candle. This program is held in conjunction with Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR).  Reservations are required and will be taken beginning November 6, 2024. Reservation can be made by calling 302-739-3277 and speaking with staff.

Escape New Castle

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

Piece together clues left in the Assembly Room as you try to move Delaware's Capital before the British arrive in this exciting escape room! Rooms will run from 6:00 to 6:30 PM and 6:30 to 7:00 PM. Rooms are limited to one group per session, and groups must be limited to 6 people or less. […]

Hospitality Night at the Zwaanendael Museum

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

Holiday-themed program in which the museum will be decorated for the season by the Sussex Gardeners including luminarias lighting the entrance walkway. Activities will include historical interpreters, demonstrations, music and seasonal refreshments.

Delaware Day: We the People

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

As part of our Delaware Day celebration, visitors can learn how certain events influence and help lawmakers create legislation that protects citizens' rights. Participants will put themselves in lawmakers' shoes and create their own hypothetical laws to protect individual rights and liberties based on various scenarios. Afterwards, tours will briefly look into the history of […]

Holiday Tour of the Zwaanendael Museum

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

Enjoy the museum’s festive holiday décor created by the Sussex Gardeners. Event held in conjunction with the Lewes Historical Society’s Christmas Tour of Lewes.

Who Were the Signers: Delaware’s Ratification Document

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! Building tours start at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM and […]

Friends of Folk Concert Series: Bryan & the Barn Owls

Old State House 25 The Green, Dover, DE

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, […]

Spirit of New Castle

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

The annual citywide holiday event to shop and explore the museums and houses of Historic New Castle at the holidays. For more information visit the Spirit of New Castle website.  

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 takes place in the Mansion Dining Room.