The American Revolution and Civil Disobedience
a reenactment of the burning of the Court House's tip staves, a wooden baton and symbol of the king, followed by a discussion on civil disobedience and reading of the […]
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New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United States
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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). […]
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History Revival: Truly a Public House
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesDuring the Colonial Era Taverns, often called Public Houses of Entertainment, were multipurpose structures meant to serve the community. In Dover, Delaware, there were two taverns on opposing sides of […]
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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. Other rotating activities may be available. […]
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The Tory Raid: A Cold Case Crime
John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DEThe year is 1781 and a crime has been committed on the John Dickinson Plantation. Follow along as we examine clues and information in old newspapers and letters to determine […]
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Thistledown Fiber Guild Demonstrations and Meeting
John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DEThis 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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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 […]
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History Revival: When the Declaration was News
New Castle Court House Museum 211 Delaware St., New Castle, Delaware, United StatesPublishing for the 250th anniversary of the United States, Dr. Emily Sneff's, When the Declaration of Independence Was News focuses on the nation’s founding document at the moment of its creation […]
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In Service of the Crown: Loyalist Soldiers of Delaware
John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DEDuring the American Revolutionary War, Delaware was a divided state. Loyalties to great Britain and the idea of self government and independence divided neighbors and families. This lecture will discuss […]
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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 […]