Descendent community public forum set for April 13
The public is invited to learn more about the inclusive work being done at the John Dickinson Plantation and through the formation of a Descendant Community Engagement Group.
Desiree Williams promoted to site manager of Buena Vista Conference Center
One of Delaware’s most historic homes serves as a site for business gatherings and government meetings as well as receptions, parties and celebrations.
Details in Delaware: Boot scrapers
Clean your shoes with a boot scraper at the Quaker Friends Meeting House in Wilmington.
Details in Delaware: Butler’s pantries
Check out some historic Delaware pantry examples to see that you don’t need a butler to have a butler’s pantry.
Details in Delaware: Fire insurance marks
“Details in Delaware” is a history-informed collaboration between Kara A. Briggs, an architectural historian with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) State Historic Preservation Office, and Desiree […]
Details in Delaware: Homsey Architects
Did you know Homsey Architects, based in Wilmington, was one of the first woman-led architectural firms in Delaware?
Details in Delaware: Oil cloth
Explore the beauty of oil cloth, a decorative floor covering first used in the 18th century.
Details in Delaware: Serpentine stone
A greenish gemstone was once popular as a building material, but had its flaws. Read on to learn more about serpentine stone.
Details in Delaware: Shutters
Have you ever noticed shutters on a historic home and wondered about the differing types and styles? Learn more about why those differences exist.
Details in Delaware: The Green Book
Throughout Delaware, you can find places that were once featured in The Green Book, which offered safe travel information for African Americans.
Dickinson/Zwaanendael museums add Tuesday hours
Both museums now open Tuesday through Saturday.
Digging into Delaware history
Symposium shares information on archaeological investigations, historical research and artifacts.
Digital updates coming to the State Historic Tax Credit Program
The Delaware Historic Preservation Tax Credit program will soon make major innovations in the way applications are received and reviewed. Over the last several years, the Delaware Division of Historical […]
Disney film ‘Moana’ to be featured at Buena Vista Movie Night on the Lawn on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2017
Free outdoor, family-fun night also includes activities, music and food on the grounds of one of Delaware’s most historic estates.
Division announces summer hours
Museums and historic sites will be expanding their days of operation until next winter. Admission is free at all sites.
Division celebrates African American History Month 2021
Five free, virtual programs streamed live on the Web.