State Historic Preservation Office announces Delaware’s newest listings in the National Register of Historic Places
New listings include the Downtown Harrington Historic District, the Richard Allen School and the Taylor’s Bridge School.
ArCH Field Days help students learn about historic preservation
Program designed to meet Next Generation science standards as well as Common Core state standards for art and history.
Visit & Learn
Note: In accordance with Gov. Carney’s Phase II plans for reopening the state, the five museums administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs are open for self-guided tours via reservation only. Go to the following for additional information.
The War of 1812, H.M. Brig DeBraak, Lewes History and More
The Delaware Bay, the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse, Mermen, and the Bombardment of Lewes A timeline history of Delaware’s first settlement and other significant dates A Historical Timeline of the H.M.B. DeBraak Still need more help? Contact us at (302) 645-1148 for more information.
Online Education Resources
Native American Projectile Point Classification Guide Outline of Delaware Prehistory Delaware Facts & History Activity Book Letters from a farmer in Pennsylvania: To the inhabitants of the British Colonies The Underground Railroad – Flight to Freedom Emeline’s Story
Educational Resource Materials
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs offers a variety of educational portfolios and materials that may be borrowed free of charge. Teachers, scout leaders and project coordinators should request use of materials and schedule classroom presentations by contacting the Division by email or phone at (302) 736-7400. Individuals reserving and using materials are asked […]
Education Activities and Learning Opportunities
Welcome to the Online Education Center for the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs! The Education Center contains a wealth of information for students, educators and the general public. Take a few minutes to explore and learn, and be sure to check back often as we continue to add more resources and links. Educational Resource […]
Homework Help
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is honored to receive the MyReportLinks.com Books Seal of Approval. This Seal is awarded to sites that are especially valuable to students who are doing research for school reports. Sites that are selected for inclusion in MyReportLinks.com Books must meet a number of criteria, of which the most […]
Resources for Educators
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs provides numerous resources for educators including printed materials, online resources, and classroom presentations. The interpretive mission of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs Education Team is to disseminate accurate historical information through historic research, archaeological and architectural analysis. It also develops interpretive programming activities complementing exhibits, historic […]
Seventeenth annual Delaware Day competition winners announced
Program encourages students to study the U.S. Constitution and Delaware’s role in its creation.
