Two additional Delaware properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places
St. Stephen’s Protestant Episcopal Church in Harrington and the Union Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church Complex in Clarksville are the most recent listings.
Two additional Delaware properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places
Adams Home Farm in Greenwood and the Evans-West House in Ocean View are the most recent listings.
Uncovering history at Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site
Archaeological work paves way to rehabilitation, upgrades Work is well underway to make Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site in New Castle County Delaware’s latest publicly accessible museum site. That includes archaeological […]
Unveiling the Historic Tax Credit Program online system
This summer, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is launching its long-awaited, new digital submission process for the Delaware Historic Preservation Tax Credit (HPTC) program. This program […]
Vernacular Architecture Forum visits historic Delaware sites
Architecture professionals visit New Castle Court House, John Dickinson Plantation This spring, for the first time since 1984, the Vernacular Architecture Forum hosted its annual conference in Delaware, bringing hundreds […]
Video commissioned by the division celebrates archaeology in Delaware
Video created in celebration of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
Vincelette Futuro House listed in the National Register of Historic Places
The Vincelette Futuro House was officially listed in the National Register of Historic Places in late 2023.
Visit Dover, Lewes Nov. 4-5 for the 18th Century Market Fair
If you’re in the market for a true historical adventure, spend a day or two at division sites participating in the 18th Century Market Fair, which brings the colonial past to life through themed performers and vendors.
Visit Lewes this fall for ‘History Revival: Food and Drink Across Delmarva’ programs
Experience a “History Revival” at the Lewes Public Library this fall as a partnership with HCA’s Zwaanendael Museum brings a new series of programs focusing on the fascinating history of local food and drink.
Welcome to the Historical & Cultural Affairs Blog
Welcome to the official blog of Delaware’s Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs. This inaugural post is a special milestone in the division’s current “Point and Click” initiative, which aims […]
Weldin House celebrates grand opening
After years of planning and hard work, the historic Weldin House on Philadelphia Pike is now open to the community once again.
What it’s like to work in Delaware history
Do you love Delaware history? If you’ve ever considered working in the field, a job, internship or volunteering opportunity with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs may be the perfect fit for you!
Wilmington’s Compton Park Apartments added to National Register of Historic Places
Wilmington’s Compton Park Apartments, built as part of an urban renewal project in the 1960s, are now officially in the National Register.
Women to know in Delaware history
March is National Women’s History Month, but do you know of some of the First State’s most famous female leaders, innovators, artists and change-makers? Learn more about a few notable women throughout Delaware history.
Woodburn lit up in blue and green in honor of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
The theme of the 2016 campaign is “3 Minutes Can Save a Life: Get Screened. Get Help. Get Healthy.”
Woodburn public garden opens
Redesigned gardens at the governor’s Dover residence accomplished through a public/private partnership between the state of Delaware and the non-profit Friends of Woodburn.