Division to sponsor eight free programs during January 2017
Highlights include Prohibition in Delaware, patriotic music during World War I and culinary traditions of Sussex County.
Division to sponsor seven special events during May 2017
Highlights include Dover Days presentations, the Zwaanendael Museum’s Sixth Annual Maritime Festival and A Day in Old New Castle.
Division-sponsored events in August 2023
Join the division at museums and historical sites across the state for a series of summertime events.
Division-sponsored events in January 2024
Ring in the New Year at historic sites and museums across the state by attending the division’s programs and events throughout the month.
Division-sponsored events in September 2023
Join the division for dozens of events statewide this September.
Division-sponsored programs in December 2023
Join staff at historic sites and museums across the state for several programs and events, including holiday themes, this December.
Dover’s space connection coming to the library
Some of the earliest examples of space gear produced by workers in the heart of the First State will be on display at the Dover Public Library.
Dutch-American Friendship Day
Fun events with a touch of history are planned for Dutch-American Friendship Day at the Zwaanendael Museum on Saturday, April 16.
Enhanced digital spreadsheet offers redesign of Plantation Stories Project
The public will soon be able to explore information on a handful of the free and enslaved people who lived, worked and died at the John Dickinson Plantation through an enhanced online spreadsheet that is part of a larger Plantations Stories Project.
Examining accessibility at Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site
See what changes one University of Delaware student proposes to increase access for people of all abilities at Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site.
Experience the annual Separation Day celebration
Visit the New Castle Court House Museum for the parade, shop at the vintage market and top off the day with fireworks.
Explore a ‘History Revival’ at the New Castle Court House Museum
On Thursday afternoons in August, the New Castle Court House Museum will host a series of events focused on maritime history.
Explore a ‘History Revival’ at the Zwaanendael Museum
Visit Lewes every Friday and Saturday in September for a new look at southern Delaware’s maritime history, thanks to a series of programming presented by the Zwaanendael Museum and Lewes Public Library.
Explore Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site’s new website and social media presence
The Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site takes a step toward the future with expanded website and social media presence.
Explore HCA’s updated curation guidelines for archaeological items
This spring, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs released its updated curation guidelines for archaeological items as another way to modernize the way the division cares for and […]
Explore Milford’s rich history at the museum
Whether it’s shipping or industry or a look at life of the past, take a step inside the original post office to view the diverse collection of objects tied to the city’s history.