Learn about Delft tiles and make one yourself! No ceramic experience is required, these Delft tiles are made with pre-fabricated white tiles that can be decorated however you like. This craft is available at the Zwaanendael Museum from 11a.m. to 3p.m. while supplies last. No cost. Perfect for older children or adults. The Zwaanendael Museum […]
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What did Delawareans experience during the American Revolution? With the British raiding along the coast, American patrols stalking the Brandywine Valley, and riots and uprisings in their own backyards, the state felt the grip of a war coming too close to home. Join an audience centered experience at the Old State House with volunteer researcher […] |
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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 shares his deep knowledge of medicine and history. A graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, Dr. Magner has served as a […]
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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. Group meeting 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion Dining Room. |
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The 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 a new republic...if it could be won, and kept. Perhaps more vitally than any other waterway, the Bay and River became a strategic actor in […] |
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The 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 Symposium at the Lewes History Museum, 101 Adams Avenue, in Lewes on Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Researchers and field experts will […]
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The 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 was the county executioner to the modern era, highlighting key reforms as the nation debated the abolition of the death penalty and sought more humane […] |
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