|
Monday
|
Tuesday
|
Wednesday
|
Thursday
|
Friday
|
Saturday
|
Sunday
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
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 […]
-
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 […] |
0 events,
|
4 events,
-
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.
-
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
-
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
-
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 […] |
0 events,
|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Publishing 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 in 1776, before anyone knew what the legacy of the Declaration would be or if the United States would win the war against Great Britain. […] |
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
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 […]
Free
|
0 events,
|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
3 events,
-
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 […]
-
Meet Artist Mark Wilson, who will be presenting his illustrations of the soldiers and uniforms from the Battle of Cooch’s Bridge, Delaware’s only American Revolutionary War land battle, hosted by the Cooch's Bridge Historic Site. Visitors can receive an illustrated coloring sheet while learning about the rich history of the site.
-
Historian Michael Harris will highlight George Washington's efforts to keep the British Navy out of Philadelphia in the fall of 1777. Highlights will include the fighting for Billingsport and Fort Mercer in New Jersey and Fort Mifflin in Pennsylvania. |
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
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. |
0 events,
|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
1 event,
-
Lead Historical Interpreter at Zwaanendael, Mark Wilson, will discuss be portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist in Delaware during the American Revolution. |
1 event,Join us on the New Castle Green with your well behaved furry friend to watch National Treasure. Nicholas Cage, historian and cryptologist, searches for hidden clues in the Declaration of Independence to locate the lost riches of the legendary Knights Templar in National Treasure |
0 events,
|
|
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
-
Join this special tour that explores the history, artifacts and surviving hull section of the 18th century shipwreck, HMS DeBraak, on Sept. 3, 10-11 a.m., Sept. 12, 2-3 p.m, & Sept. 17 10-11 a.m. The tour will start at Cape Henlopen State Park (CHSP). Participants will meet Zwaanendael staff outside the CHSP Park Office […]
-
The Declaration of Independence is one of the central documents of the founding and development of the United States. In 1776, the ideas contained in this document held significant ramifications for the diverse people living in the “Delaware State.” Many embraced the cause of independence, and ultimately revolution, while others remained loyal to the British […] |
0 events,
|
4 events,
-
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.
-
Join the Pencader Heritage Museum and the Friends of Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site for two consecutive events commemorating and sharing the history of Cooch’s Bridge. Parking for both events is at the Pencader Heritage Museum with a free shuttle available to take participants for the Open House to the Cooch Homestead property. Both events are […]
-
The Friends of Cooch's Bridge Historic Site will be holding an Open House at Cooch's Bridge following the Pencader Heritage Museum's Battle of Cooch's Bridge Memorial on September 5, 2026. The memorial at Pencader Heritage Museum will be from 11:00 am - Noon. The Open House will be from Noon - 3:00 pm. The public […]
-
Continuing to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday, this program will bring together various stories of Delaware during the Revolution and describe how its citizens reacted to events of the day. |
0 events,
|