Historical & Cultural Affairs

Name: History Revival: “To Give My Voice in the Matter of Independence”
Start: 2026-09-03T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-03T20:00:00-04:00
Location: New Castle Court House Museum

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 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The American Revolution and Civil Disobedience

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

a reenactment of the burning of the Court House's tip staves, a wooden baton and symbol of the king, followed by a discussion on civil disobedience and reading of the Declaration of Independence.
August 2026
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 13 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

History Revival: When the Declaration was News

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

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. […]
August 15 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In Service of the Crown: Loyalist Soldiers of Delaware

John Dickinson Plantation 340 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE

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
August 20 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

History Revival: The Fighting Along the Delaware River in 1777

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

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.
August 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

History Revival: Americans in King George III’s Army; Service in a Loyalist Regiment during the American Revolutionary War

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

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.
September 2026
September 3 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

History Revival: “To Give My Voice in the Matter of Independence”

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

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 […]

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