Other Historic Sites Owned by the State of Delaware
The following list of historic properties are owned by the State of Delaware, Division of Historical Affairs, and are operated by private organizations.
Abbott’s Mill Nature Center
This historic working gristmill occupies a piece of the Millford Millponds Nature Preserve which features meadows, gardens and rails for visitors to explore.
Address: 15411 Abbotts Pond Road, Milford, DE 19963
Contact: (302) 422-0847
Visit: Wednesday – Friday, 9AM – 4PM
Belmont Hall
Built in 1773, this Georgian mansion hosts fascinating events and tours around the beloved grounds and house throughout the year.
Address: 217 Smyrna Leipsic Road Smyrna, DE 19977
Contact: (302) 264-9048
Visit: Belmont Hall is open for tours by appointment, historical events and rentals for special events.
The Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Surrounded by water and a fascinating, rich history, the lighthouse is located at the eastern end of the inner breakwater in Lewes, DE.
Address: Located at the east end of the inner breakwater in the harbor at Lewes.
Latitude: 38.79724, Longitude: -75.10002
Contact: (302) 644-7334
Visit: Access to the site is prohibited except for accompanied visits conducted by Cape Water Tours. This light can be viewed from Cape Henlopen State Park.
The Fenwick Island Lighthouse
This 87-foot tall lighthouse fended off shipwrecks for 119 years and is the oldest lighthouse in the state of Delaware.
Address: 146th Street and Lighthouse Lane Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Contact: (302) 436-8100
Visit: The tower is currently closed, but the grounds are open.
Monument at Fort Christina
The Swedish Tercentenary Monument is located outdoors at the Fort Christina National Historic Landmark by the river. Read the history of Fort Christina.
Address: 1110 E. Seventh Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
Contact: (302) 429-7447
Visit: Fort Christina is free and open to the public during the summer. More info on visiting Fort Christina.
Hale-Byrnes House
This historic house was built during the eighteenth century and is a part of the Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail.
Address: 606 Stanton-Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713
Contact: (302) 998-3792
Visit: Open for appointments as well as public programming during certain seasons.
Milford Museum
This historic house was built during the eighteenth century and is a part of the Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail.
Address: 121 S. Walnut Street, Milford, DE 19963
Contact: (302) 424-1080
Visit: Open Tuesday through Friday from 10AM – 3:30PM with free admission.
Old Sussex County Court House
The Courthouse stands in Georgetown after undergoing several changes in purpose and appearance over many years. Read more about the history of the Old Sussex County Courthouse.
Address: 10 S. Bedford Street, Georgetown, DE 19947
Contact: (302) 855-9660
Visit: Please call ahead to discover visiting hours.
Pencader Heritage Museum
This museum is located in the Cooch Dayett Mills complex and contains a plethora of objects used throughout Delaware history.
Address: 2029 Sunset Lake Road, Newark, DE 19702 (Route 72, Just south of Old Baltimore Pike)
Contact: (302) 584-4570
Visit: Call ahead for updates in the museums status.
Prince George’s Chapel
The Chapel was built in 1755 and was restored in 1967, opening up as a museum.
Address: 32040 Chapel Lane, Dagsboro, DE 19939
Contact: Friends of Prince George’s Chapel (302) 732-3324
Visit: Call to schedule an appointment.
Robinson House
Located right by Naaman’s Creek, the Robinson House was built in 1723, now serving as a historic site.
Address: 1 Naamans Road, Claymont, DE 19703
Contact: (302) 792-0285
Visit: Call to schedule an appointment.