Honoring Delaware’s Native American heritage
Long before colonial settlers reached American shores, Native American tribes had already established a long history. Learn more about the first people of the First State as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November.
Honoring World AIDS Day in Delaware
On Dec. 1, the world will honor World AIDS Day. Here in Delaware, we’re hoping to shine a light on the important stories of those disproportionately impacted by stigma and discrimination.
How the Division supports educators
Are you an educator looking to expand history lessons into relevant experiences? Let us help!
Introducing the Division’s new quarterly Black history feature
Learn about the Reverend Peter Spencer, who had a hand in the creation of the path of African American churches and related festivals, in the first of a series of Black history features from our staff.
Jenna Reynolds to leave division employment
Exhibit-arts specialist will depart the agency on Dec. 31, 2014.
John Dickinson Plantation hosts activities that bring history to life at Make a Splash 2024
Hundreds of area students visited the John Dickinson Plantation this spring to learn about the importance of water throughout history.
Johnson Victrola Museum closed from June 6 to 30, 2016
Museum will re-open on July 1, 2016 after completion of construction activities.
Johnson Victrola Museum parking lot closed
Lot closed at least through Jan. 31, 2017. Museum will remain open.
Johnson Victrola Museum volunteers are recipients of Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Awards
Five volunteers have contributed more than 3,000 hours of service to the museum.
Join the Division as a dedicated volunteer in 2023!
Prepare for National Volunteer Month by signing up to volunteer at one of Delaware’s historical sites, museums or events!
Join the division’s Volunteer Program and make a difference in Delaware history
By Bridget Wallace, volunteer services coordinator, Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs.
Join the division’s Volunteer Program—you’ll be glad you did!
By Rachel Wootten, volunteer coordinator, Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs.
Join us at two Historic Preservation public forums Sept. 21
Have ideas on how to advance historic preservation in Delaware? The public is invited to share ideas during two virtual forums scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 21, held by the University of Delaware with the Division and Preservation Delaware.
Kalmar Nyckel Foundation mounts new exhibit on Wilmington’s industrial past
Exhibit supported by the National Park Service’s National Maritime Heritage Grant Program.
Kara Briggs joins the division staff as an architectural historian
New employee will serve in the State Historic Preservation Office.
Labor Day: A chance to appreciate local history
Delaware’s historic structures reflect the craftsmanship of past laborers and the work of modern historians and craftsmen who strive to keep them protected.