The Emergence of American Military Medicine under Washington
With 32 years of distinguished service as a medical Officer in the United States Army, Dr. Wagner retired with the rank of Colonel. He is a noted medical historian and […]
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New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United States
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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. […]
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Revolutionary River: The Delaware Waterway & the War for Independence
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesThe Delaware River was more than an obstacle crossed by Washington's army on December 25th, 1776. At the heart of its 120 navigable miles lay Philadelphia, the Revolutionary capital of […]
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2026 Delmarva Archaeology & History Symposium
Historic Lewes Maritime Musuem 101 Adams Avenue, Lewe, DE, United StatesThe Delaware State Historic Preservation Office of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the Archaeological Society of Delaware, will present the annual Delmarva Archaeology and History […]
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In the Shadows of the Gallows: The History of Capital Punishment in America
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesThe historical, legal, and ethical evolution of capital punishment in the United States is complex. This program examines public executions—particularly in Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic—from the era when the sheriff […]
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Old State House Extended Hours
As part of Dover Days festivities, the Old State House will have special extended hours. The building will be open to visitors 10am to 9pm.
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Dover Days Celebration and Dover English Country Dancers at the Old State House
As part of the annual Dover Days celebration and commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary join the Old State House in welcoming the Dover English Country Dancers. The group will present […]
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Loyalist on the Lawn
Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DEMeet 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. A special […]
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Day in Old New Castle
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesThe oldest home and garden tour in America, in one of our most beautiful and historic small towns, on the nation's 250th anniversary. There will be activities for kids and […]
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Walk to DeBraak
Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DEJoin 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). […]