Revisiting history at the New Castle Court House Museum on William Penn Day
William Penn Day brought a day of Colonial era-inspired performances and storytelling to the New Castle Court House Museum this fall.
Saving the Past, Shaping the Future in 2023
Hundreds of area students recently got to experience the wonders of historical exploration first-hand.
A snack by any other name: A brief history of marshmallows
Marshmallows have been around for thousands of years, and this Nov. 30, Zwaanendael Museum is bringing back an ancient recipe.
Recent excavations suggest Buena Vista outbuilding historically used as privy
Archaeological excavations at the Buena Vista property have uncovered the real use of a small, white outbuilding.
First State National Historical Park Hosts Naturalization Ceremony at New Castle Court House Museum
The New Castle Court House Museum and First State National Historical Park recently hosted a naturalization ceremony for 20 people from 12 different countries.
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs raises $1,500 during the 2023 State Employees’ Charitable Campaign
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs raised more than $1,500 for multiple nonprofit organizations during the 2023 State Employees’ Charitable Campaign. Find out how!
Division-sponsored programs in December 2023
Join staff at historic sites and museums across the state for several programs and events, including holiday themes, this December.
Descendant Community Engagement Group public forums set for Nov. 28, Dec. 1
The public is invited to participate in forums on Nov. 28 and Dec. 1 to learn more about the division’s work engaging descendant communities.
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!
Enhanced digital spreadsheet offers redesign of Plantation Stories Project
The public will soon be able to explore information on a handful of the free and enslaved people who lived, worked and died at the John Dickinson Plantation through an enhanced online spreadsheet that is part of a larger Plantations Stories Project.