Name: Thistledown Fiber Guild Demonstrations and Meeting
Start: 2026-08-08T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-08T15:00:00-04:00
Location: John Dickinson Plantation

July 2026
July 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

The Delaware Public Archives presents, Not Today, PA! at the place where it happened

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

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 […]
July 11 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Thistledown Fiber Guild Demonstrations and Meeting

John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE

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.

Free
July 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Walk to DeBraak

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

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 […]
July 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walk to DeBraak

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

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 […]
July 18 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Loyalist on the Lawn

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

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.
August 2026
August 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walk to DeBraak

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

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 […]
August 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

History Revival: Truly a Public House

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

During 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 the Green and during different stretches of time, both were run by women. Come learn about the Bell Family and the Battell family and how […]
August 8 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

Loyalist on the Lawn

Zwaanendael Museum 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE

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.
August 8 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Tory Raid: A Cold Case Crime

John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE

The 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 what happened. Uncover the who, what, where, when, and how of the event. Investigate this cold case mystery from history with Gloria Henry, the Site […]

Free
August 8 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Thistledown Fiber Guild Demonstrations and Meeting

John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE

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.

Free

July 2026

August 2026