Buena Vista spring event on Saturday, May 14, 2022
Free one-day-only affair showcases one of Delaware’s most historic estates.
Buena Vista Spring Open House on Saturday, April 13, 2019
One-day-only event showcases one of Delaware’s most historic homes
Buena Vista welcomes springtime guests
The rain didn’t dampen a spring visit to Buena Vista this past May. Save the date for a public movie event coming this October.
Call for papers: ‘Archaeological and Historical Symposium of the Colonial Delaware Valley’
Deadline for submission of abstracts: March 31, 2017
Call for papers: ‘The Early Colonial Delaware Valley—An Archaeological and Historical Symposium’
Deadline for submission of abstracts: April 22, 2016.
Call for papers: 2024 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium
Organizers of the 2024 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium are calling for presentations for the April 27 event.
Call for papers: 2025 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium
Lecture abstracts for the annual Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium on April 5, 2025, will be accepted through March 3.
CANCELLED: ‘Governor’s Halloween Family Fun Fest’ at Woodburn: The Governor’s Residence on Oct. 27, 2018
Event cancelled due to anticipated heavy rain and wind.
CANCELLED: ‘Lantern Tours of the Plantation’ at the John Dickinson Plantation on Oct. 26, 2018
Program cancelled based on anticipated heavy rain and wind.
Capital improvements completed at state-owned historic properties in New Castle
State invested $350,000 for projects at the New Castle Court House Museum, Arsenal, Academy and Green.
Celebrate A Day in Old New Castle this May
Old New Castle comes alive May 21 with tours of historical estates, colonial craftsmen, historical reenactments and tours of tall ships.
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Day in Old New Castle May 17
On May 17, 2025, Day in Old New Castle celebrates 100 years of festivals allowing locals and visitors to tour the city’s historic homes and landmarks. Day in Old New […]
Celebrate the winter holidays at Delaware’s historic sites
Celebrate the winter holidays at Delaware’s historic sites and soak up the sights courtesy of HCA’s horticulture staff and volunteers.
Celebrating Delaware Day 2023 through photographs
A call to celebrate Delaware’s rich history through photographs was answered by some talented local photographers in this year’s contest.
Celebrating furry friends throughout history at the Dover Library
Through a continued partnership with the Dover Public Library, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs has presented “Dog Years: Delaware Pups of the Past and Present.” Visit the […]
Celebrating Juneteenth across the state
Delaware historic sites reflect and look forward in honor of Juneteenth 2023.