Collection close-up: ‘La Femme avec Carte’
New research finds history of a painting once plundered by Nazis in WWII in the State of Delaware’s museum collection.
Collection close-up: 20th century snapshot
New research has further identified an unknown African American couple’s portrait from the Collections Program.
Collection close-up: Miss Sussex County Amateur 2000 donation
This small collection of objects is symbolic of Kathy Carpenter’s life and the LGBTQ+ community in Sussex County, Delaware.
Collection close-up: Sen. Marie Pinkney donations
Delaware State Senator Marie Pinkney’s historic moment in politics is commemorated by a small collection of objects that represent her personal process and drive as senator since 2020.
Collections close-up: Two quilts from two different centuries, sharing a common thread
Explore the interesting connection and historical roots of locally made quilts that are part of the state’s historic collections.
Collegiate interns wrap up summer 2025 projects with the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
The Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) welcomed six collegiate students to learn alongside professional staff during summer internships. From May until August, students conducted research projects at […]
Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site undergoing another revolution
Major renovations to the granary and carriage house at the Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site are nearing an end as the public is invited to inform next steps in the site’s latest revolution during an Aug. 28 virtual public meeting.
Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site receives $800,000 National Parks System grant
Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site intends to use a generous semiquincentennial grant for structure rehabilitation and grounds improvements.
Creating a network for Delaware’s DuPont Schools
Communities across the state are aiming to preserve the legacy of Delaware’s DuPont Schools, which educated students of color during a time of racial segregation.
DeBraak tours offer behind-the-scenes look
This summer, a new tour offered by the Zwaanendael Museum allowed Delaware locals and beach vacationers the opportunity to get a closer look at the HMS DeBraak. Over 100 people […]
Delaware artifacts grace governor’s office, public spaces
With hundreds of thousands of historic artifacts to care for and display, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is always looking for new ways to encourage public […]
Delaware Department of State receives Tourism Champion Award from Kent County Tourism
Agency honored for its contributions to the tourism and hospitality industries in Kent County.
Delaware Friends of Folk kick off new concert season
The Delaware Friends of Folk have returned to The Old State House for a 10th season of family-friendly concerts.
Delaware history joins new Equal Justice Initiative site
The Equal Justice Initiative’s new Freedom Monument Sculpture Park in Alabama explores the legacy of slavery and the lives of enslaved people through art and artifacts, including a whipping post removed from Delaware just four years ago.
Delaware history represents at Hip Hop Summit
The Delaware Art Museum will host the third annual Hip Hop Cultural Summit from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. This year’s summit will highlight the history […]
Delaware State Review Board for Historic Preservation annual business meeting set for Oct. 22, 2025
The Delaware State Review Board for Historic Preservation will hold its annual business meeting from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, at the Delaware Division of […]