Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs - State of Delaware

In Service of the Crown: Loyalist Soldiers of Delaware
2026-08-15 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | John Dickinson Plantation, 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE, 19901
During 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 the Delawareans loyal to King George III, who openly took up arms in his service during the American Revolutionary War against their fellow Delawareans and Americans. Presentation by Mark Wilson from the Zwaanendael Museum at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. with tabling to follow each presentation.

Walk to DeBraak
2026-08-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, 19958
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 the ship and learn about the history, crew and sinking of the DeBraak through a guided presentation and display of artifacts.
Each tour will last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome. Space is limited to 18 participants. Footwear is required for participants.
Prior registration is strongly encouraged to ensure a spot. Walkups are welcome only if space is available. To register, email zmuseum@delaware.gov or call (302) 645-1148.
Tours for groups of more than 10 people may be arranged in advance by contacting the museum.
This is a free program.

Loyalist on the Lawn
2026-08-22 10:30 - 15:30, 2026-09-05 10:30 - 15:30, 2026-09-19 10:30 - 15:30, 2026-10-03 10:30 - 15:30 | Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, 19958
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.

Walk to DeBraak
2026-09-12 14:00 - 15:00 | DE
