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Historic chair at Old State House offers a glimpse into what it takes to gather regional, First State History
By Dave Holsten, interpreter at The Old State House For decades, visitors to The Old State House in Dover have passed by a regal walnut chair with curved lines and […]
Historic New Castle celebrates Separation Day
Dozens of Delawareans and visitors to Historic New Castle, including Delaware Governor Matt Meyer, Secretary of State Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez and staff from the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs […]
Historic photos brought back to life
A little water and a matter of a few hours can revive the dried-out fibers of old, misshapen photos so they can return to their flat forms.
Historic sites enhance Delaware beach vacations
Several historic places are located within a 20-mile radius of Delaware’s Atlantic coast.
Historic Tax Credit programs are going digital
Owners of historic buildings will soon have new ways to apply for both the state and federal Historic Preservation Tax Credit programs.
History abounds near Delaware’s beaches
A wealth of historic sites are open for visitation.
History still being made in New Castle with city’s first female mayor sworn in at museum site
The New Castle County Court House Museum was the site of another historic moment as the city’s first female mayor was sworn in to office.
History was made here: Belmont Hall
A spotlight on the historic Smyrna home of Delaware patriot Thomas Collins.
History was made here: Cooch-Dayett Mills
Historic Newark mill was built in the 1830s.
History was made here: Fenwick Island Lighthouse
Iconic Sussex County structure helped guide mariners for more than 100 years.
History was made here: The New Castle Green
Town commons was laid out by the Dutch in the 1650s.
Holiday party to take place at the John Dickinson Plantation on Dec. 4, 2016
Sponsored by the Friends of the John Dickinson Mansion. Reservations required by Nov. 21, 2016.
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
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