‘The Scorched Pamphlet: Sherlock Holmes Returns to Delaware’ at The Old State House on Aug. 17, 2019
Theatrical performance in which the celebrated British detective is called upon to solve a grisly case at Delaware College.
‘William Penn Day’ at the New Castle Court House Museum on Oct. 26, 2019
Event commemorates the 337th anniversary of Penn’s disembarkment at New Castle, his first landing in the New World.
A December to remember!
Photographic chronicle of events during December 2019 sponsored by the division and its partnering organizations.
A UD student’s grant-writing journey at the Cooch Homestead
A class centered by the Cooch Homestead has offered one UD student a unique opportunity to explore their own fundraising future.
African American History Month programs among 13 special events at division museums during February 2019
Highlights include programs on the Underground Railroad, Black recording artists and record labels from the early 20th century, and First African Baptist Church cemeteries in Philadelphia.
African American History Month programs spotlighted during February 2020
Highlights include programs on Black leaders in the Women’s Suffrage Movement, African Americans on the Eastern Shore and screenings of the three-part “American Epic” which explores how the ordinary people of America were given the opportunity to make records for the first time.
African-American History Month programs among 18 special events at division museums during February 2018
Highlights include programs on African-American life at the John Dickinson Plantation in the 18th century, the evolution of Black recorded music and African-American archaeology in Delaware.
Archaeology and history symposium at Dover’s Old State House on April 22, 2023
Day-long series of activities to highlight archaeological investigations, historical research and related topics for the state and surrounding areas.
Battle of the Chesapeake program at The Old State House on Oct. 12, 2019
On Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019 at 1:30 p.m., The Old State House, located at 25 The Green in Dover, Del., will offer a multi-media presentation by historic-site interpreter Tom Welch […]
Buena Vista Holiday Open House cancelled
Dec. 7, 2019 event cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
CARES Act Recover Grants available for coronavirus relief
Humanities-based organizations eligible for up to $10,000; applications accepted from May 1 to 15, 2020.
Celebrating the life of Dover’s Nena Todd
Nena Todd, who led a beautifully impactful life in addition to a long-term tenure working for HCA, will be remembered for a legacy of sharing diverse traditions and storytelling.
Collections Program
Follow us on: Administered by the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs’ Curation and Design (CAD) Team, the Collections Program preserves, and holds in public trust, a record of Delaware’s […]
Commemorating the 250th anniversary of John Dickinson’s revolutionary ‘Letters From a Farmer in Pennsylvania’
Website and public programs celebrate Dickinson’s pivotal role in setting the stage for the American Revolution.
Consulting services sought to conduct historical research on Avery’s Rest
Avery’s Rest contains archaeological evidence of 17th century and early 18th century colonial occupation. The due date for submission of proposals has been extended to 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020.
Cooch’s Bridge homestead tours resume in March 2023
Introductory program on the history of the Cooch’s Bridge homestead, focal point of Delaware’s only Revolutionary War land battle.