BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs - State of Delaware - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://history.delaware.gov
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs - State of Delaware
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250410T151537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T170546Z
UID:80689-1752746400-1752750000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to the DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck! \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walk ups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program!
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/hms-debraak-tour-7/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250306T150907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T150907Z
UID:80281-1752832800-1752836400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-8/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250306T150952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T150952Z
UID:80287-1753437600-1753441200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-9/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T140602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141356Z
UID:81132-1754042400-1754046000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-10/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T140730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141332Z
UID:81138-1754143200-1754146800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Summer Harvest Activity at the Zwaanendael Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the changing seasons with a seasonal craft! Throughout 2025\, the Zwaanendael Museum will offer short\, 15 minute lectures paired with a fun\, easy to-do craft that connects to natural\, nautical and agricultural traditions. \nLearn about what is in season\, the kinds of wildlife and plant life to look out for\, and make a seed and bean art piece celebrating the Summer Harvest. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/summer-harvest-activity-at-the-zwaanendael-museum/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T141104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141104Z
UID:81144-1754420400-1754424000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:History Revival,New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T141518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141518Z
UID:81150-1754560800-1754564400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T141732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141732Z
UID:81156-1754593200-1754596800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival-2/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T141940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T141940Z
UID:81162-1754647200-1754650800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-11/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142052Z
UID:81168-1754737200-1754751600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:National Lighthouse Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Lighthouse Day! Lewes is home to many lighthouses\, each having served an important role in Delaware’s history. A special pop-up exhibit and hands on activity will be available to enjoy at the Zwaanendael Museum between 11a.m. and 3p.m.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/national-lighthouse-day/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142217Z
UID:81174-1754744400-1754751600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Thistledown Fiber Arts Guild Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/thistledown-fiber-arts-guild-demonstrations-11/
LOCATION:John Dickinson Plantation\, 340 Kitts Hummock Road\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:John Dickinson Plantation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142314Z
UID:81180-1754751600-1754755200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak-2/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142635Z
UID:81186-1755025200-1755028800@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival-3/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:History Revival,New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142807Z
UID:81192-1755198000-1755201600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival-4/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:History Revival,New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T142851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142851Z
UID:81198-1755252000-1755255600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-12/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T223000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143003Z
UID:81204-1755374400-1755383400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Dog Days of Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Green as we watch 12 Angry Men and discuss some of the history of the jury as it relates to the Court House.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/dog-days-of-summer-2/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143103Z
UID:81210-1755770400-1755774000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak-3/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143152Z
UID:81216-1755802800-1755806400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival-5/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:History Revival,New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143337Z
UID:81222-1755856800-1755860400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-13/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143454Z
UID:81228-1755943200-1755963000@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:18th Century Gaming at the John Dickinson Plantation
DESCRIPTION:Visit to experience a variety of pastimes from over two hundred years ago! Outdoor games 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the East Yard and indoor games 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Dining Room of the Mansion. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/18th-century-gaming-at-the-john-dickinson-plantation/
LOCATION:John Dickinson Plantation\, 340 Kitts Hummock Road\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:John Dickinson Plantation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143546Z
UID:81234-1756407600-1756411200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:History Revival
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme for History Revival is historic sporting! Check back for specific details about program presenters. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/history-revival-6/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:History Revival,New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250501T143645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T143645Z
UID:81240-1756461600-1756465200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the Green
DESCRIPTION:Join the staff at the New Castle Court House Museum for a walking tour of New Castle Green and learn about the history of Green and the structures around it.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walking-tour-of-the-green-14/
LOCATION:New Castle Court House Museum\, 211 Delaware St.\, New Castle\, Delaware\, 19720\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Castle Court House
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250813T183119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T183119Z
UID:82219-1756771200-1757203199@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Food drive at the Zwaanendael Museum
DESCRIPTION:From Sept. 2-6\, 2025\, the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes will host a week-long food drive in honor of National Food Bank Day. National Food Bank Day\, held on Sept. 5 this year\, is dedicated to raising awareness about food insecurity and how important food banks are to the local community.\n\n \n\nDuring the week of Sept. 2-6\, visitors to the Zwaanendael Museum are encouraged to bring a canned good with them. Donations may be dropped off between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. All items will be donated to the Food Bank of Delaware.\n\n \n\nSome of the Food Banks’ most needed items are peanut butter\, canned fruits and vegetables\, rice and pasta. Review the complete list of requested items by visiting the Food Bank of Delaware’s website at www.fbd.org.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/food-drive-at-the-zwaanendael-museum/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T170241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T170251Z
UID:81527-1756980000-1756983600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak-4/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T180848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T180848Z
UID:81535-1757775600-1757779200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak-5/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250908T192656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T144311Z
UID:82649-1758132000-1758135600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Public meeting on State Historic Preservation Plan
DESCRIPTION:The State Historic Preservation Office invites the public to join in a conversation about historic preservation issues in Delaware.  The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Sept. 17\, 2025\, at the Dover Public Library. People are encouraged to attend in person\, but there is an option to join online as well. Click here for more information. \n\n\n\nThis meeting is part of ongoing efforts to seek input for upcoming revisions to the State Historic Preservation Plan\, which provides guidance for residents\, organizations\, and agencies to work toward preserving Delaware’s heritage for the future. Please view the Public Meeting Agenda to follow along with the conversation. An online survey is also available at https://forms.office.com/g/9uCdq8Aqdx.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/public-meeting-on-state-historic-preservation-plan/
LOCATION:Dover Public Library\, 35 Loockerman Plaza\, Dover\, DE\, 19901\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T181007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T181007Z
UID:81541-1758189600-1758193200@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Walk to DeBraak
DESCRIPTION:Join this special tour that explores the history\, artifacts and surviving hull section of the HMS DeBraak\, an 18th century shipwreck.  \nThe begins 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 conservation facility. There\, attendees will see the surviving hull of the ship and learn more about the history\, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts. \nEach tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.  \nPrior registration is encouraged. Walkups are welcome if space is available. To register\, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148. \nThis is a free program. 
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/walk-to-debraak-6/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T181806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T181806Z
UID:81565-1758362400-1758369600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:African Burial Ground Guided Visitation
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to visit the African burial ground and engage with guides about the complex history of the site. \nReservations are required and can be made after 8/20/2025 by calling 302-739-3277. This program is recommended for ages 13 and older. \nThe burial ground is believed to be the final resting place for enslaved and free Black men\, women and children who died on the plantation. The guided visitations will reflect on the historical context and archaeological research surrounding this significant piece of Delaware’s shared history. \nThe nearly 2 hour experience will include an orientation in the visitor center\, a tour of there created log’d dwelling and a mile round-trip walk to the burial ground\, which will include a moment of silence. For the safety of guests and staff\, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs reserves the right to cancel or postpone any event due to inclement and/or dangerous weather conditions. \nA majority of the activities will take place outdoors. Participants must be prepared for adverse weather conditions and for travel\, by foot\, over uneven terrain including an unpaved road and an agricultural field. The wearing of appropriate clothing is advised including a hat\, closed-toed shoes with good tread such as sneakers or boots\, long pants and clothing that accounts for current weather conditions and the presence of insects. Visitors are also advised to bring their own insect repellent and sunscreen.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/african-burial-ground-guided-visitation-2/
LOCATION:John Dickinson Plantation\, 340 Kitts Hummock Road\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:John Dickinson Plantation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T181335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T181335Z
UID:81553-1758376800-1758380400@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:Fall Equinox Seasonal Activity @ Zwaanendael
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the changing seasons with a seasonal craft! Throughout 2025\, the Zwaanendael Museum will offer short\, 15 minute lectures paired with a fun\, easy to-do craft that connects to natural\, nautical and agricultural traditions. Learn about what is in season\, the kinds of wildlife and plant life to look out for and then make a pinecone craft for the Fall Equinox. All craft materials will be provided. To learn more\, call the Zwaanendael Museum at (302) 645-1148.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/fall-equinox-seasonal-activity-zwaanendael/
LOCATION:Zwaanendael Museum\, 102 Kings Highway\, Lewes\, DE\, 19958
CATEGORIES:Zwaanendael Museum
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182423
CREATED:20250602T181553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T182156Z
UID:81559-1758967200-1758972600@history.delaware.gov
SUMMARY:National Estuaries Day Hike: Walking the connection from JDP and DNERR
DESCRIPTION:Join DNERR and John Dickinson Plantation education staff for a free hike from the St. Jones Reserve to the John Dickinson Plantation and back. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the area while experiencing the life of the St. Jones Estuary. Pre-registration is required; The St. Jones Reserve will be taking sign-ups through this link.
URL:https://history.delaware.gov/event/national-estuaries-day-hike-the-john-dickinson-plantation-date-may-change/
LOCATION:St. Jones Reserve\, 818 Kitts Hummock Rd\, Dover\, DE\, 19901
CATEGORIES:John Dickinson Plantation
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR