Saving the Past, Shaping the Future in 2024
Revisit recent educational events hosted by HCA in an effort to preserve the past and shape the future at historic sites across the state.
Schooner Meerwald partners with Zwaanendael Museum to present programs and sailing trips during the summer of 2019
The vessel, New Jersey’s official tall ship, is a restored oyster-dredging schooner.
Separation Day Observed
In observance of Separation Day and the nation’s 250th Anniversary, the space will be open for a special event on June 15th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with educational activities related to civics and the […]
Separation Day Parade
Separation Day is the annual celebration of Delaware’s independence from Pennsylvania and the British Crown. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of arguably one of the longest running traditions in the […]
Submit photos — and win prizes — during the Delaware Day Adventure, Dec. 3–12, 2021
Explore the division’s museums, learn and explore Delaware history, and submit photos to win a prize.
Sunshine Plein Air Artists paint Buena Vista
Artwork created on July 28, 2020 depicts a variety of outdoor scenes at the historic property.
Sussex Gardeners deck the halls of the Zwaanendael Museum
Holiday display through December 2016 features preserved flowers, fruit, evergreen branches and other plant material.
Sussex Gardeners to decorate Zwaanendael Museum for the holidays
Decorations presented in conjunction with the Lewes Lights event.
Take a seaside vacation—and see where Delaware’s modern history began
Delaware’s Atlantic Ocean resorts offer a wide variety of historical attractions including Swanendael, the site of Delaware’s first European settlement.
The Delaware Public Archives presents, Not Today, PA! at the place where it happened
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 […]
The Tory Raid: A Cold Case Crime
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 […]
Theme of 2016 Dover Days Festival is historic preservation
Division will be offering several programs including those celebrating the 1976 restoration of The Old State House.
Traditional building conference to take place at Winterthur Museum on April 10 and 11, 2019
Two-day interactive symposium will feature best-in-class experts and practitioners.
Video explores genetic background of eight white and three Black people who lived at Avery’s Rest, a 17th century Delaware homestead
Research helps provide a greater understanding of the early colonial history of European and African persons in Delaware.
Visit Dover, Lewes Nov. 4-5 for the 18th Century Market Fair
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.
War of 1812 lecture series at Old State House in October 2022
Three-part series explores America’s second war with Great Britain.