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The Florence and Isaac Budovitch House, and the Newark Union Church and Cemetery, are both located in New Castle County north of Wilmington.

Delaware’s newest public historic site also has doubled as a classroom for a handful of students from the University of Delaware.

Archaeological work paves way to rehabilitation, upgrades Work is well underway to make Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site in New Castle County Delaware’s latest publicly accessible museum site. That includes archaeological […]

This summer, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is launching its long-awaited, new digital submission process for the Delaware Historic Preservation Tax Credit (HPTC) program. This program […]

The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) has an open archaeologist position for qualified, passionate candidates. Archaeologists with SHPO assist the public and other organizations to protect Delaware’s archaeological resources. See […]

Architecture professionals visit New Castle Court House, John Dickinson Plantation This spring, for the first time since 1984, the Vernacular Architecture Forum hosted its annual conference in Delaware, bringing hundreds […]

Longtime division employee honored for her contributions to the small museum community on a regional or state level.

Company played a major role in recording Native-American-inspired music.

Video created in celebration of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.

Research helps provide a greater understanding of the early colonial history of European and African persons in Delaware.

Created in celebration of Delaware Day which honors the anniversary of Delaware becoming the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on Dec. 7, 1787.

The Vincelette Futuro House was officially listed in the National Register of Historic Places in late 2023.

The Whitney Project performs June 6, 8 As part of their fifth anniversary celebrations, the Friends of Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site has again worked with The Whitney Project to perform […]

If you’re in the market for a true historical adventure, spend a day or two at division sites participating in the 18th Century Market Fair, which brings the colonial past to life through themed performers and vendors.

Experience a “History Revival” at the Lewes Public Library this fall as a partnership with HCA’s Zwaanendael Museum brings a new series of programs focusing on the fascinating history of local food and drink.

After many challenging months, volunteers are finding ways to safely help preserve and share Delaware history.