Dog Days of Summer: 1776
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesJoin us on the Green as we watch 1776 and discuss some of the history of the movie. Be sure to bring your furry friend to enjoy this movie.
Join us on the Green as we watch 1776 and discuss some of the history of the movie. Be sure to bring your furry friend to enjoy this movie.
Declaration of Independence readings at 2pm and 4pm -- Witness the Declaration of Independence read on Dover’s Historic Green just steps from where colonists first heard it back in 1776. Visitors to the Old State House can enjoy self-guided tours of the state’s historic capital building while interacting with interpreters who share stories of Delaware’s […]
Meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment. Learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War. Other rotating activities may be available. Good for all ages. No cost to participate.
Participate in a program discussing the lesser known grievances portion of the Declaration of Independence.
In 2026, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which marked the colonies’ break from British rule. It also marks the 250th anniversary of the State of Delaware declaring its independence from Pennsylvania. This presentation will examine the early days of the Lower Counties on the Delaware under the proprietary governance of […]
This 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.
Join this special tour that explores the history, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak, an 18th century shipwreck. The tour will start at Cape Henlopen State Park (CHSP). Participants will meet Zwaanendael staff outside the CHSP Park Office and take a short walk (0.3miles) to the DeBraak facility. There, attendees will see the hull of […]
Join this special tour that explores the history, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak, an 18th century shipwreck. The tour will start at Cape Henlopen State Park (CHSP). Participants will meet Zwaanendael staff outside the CHSP Park Office and take a short walk (0.3miles) to the DeBraak facility. There, attendees will see the hull of […]
Meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment. Learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War. Other rotating activities may be available. Good for all ages. No cost to participate.
Join this special tour that explores the history, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak, an 18th century shipwreck. The tour will start at Cape Henlopen State Park (CHSP). Participants will meet Zwaanendael staff outside the CHSP Park Office and take a short walk (0.3miles) to the DeBraak facility. There, attendees will see the hull of […]