Two additional Delaware properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places
The Florence and Isaac Budovitch House, and the Newark Union Church and Cemetery, are both located in New Castle County north of Wilmington.
Vertie Lee receives Small Museum Association Award
Longtime division employee honored for her contributions to the small museum community on a regional or state level.
Victor’s ‘Indian Melodies’ recordings
Company played a major role in recording Native-American-inspired music.
Video explores genetic background of eight white and three Black people who lived at Avery’s Rest, a 17th century Delaware homestead
Research helps provide a greater understanding of the early colonial history of European and African persons in Delaware.
Video explores the lives of four enslaved people and an abolitionist
Created in celebration of Delaware Day which honors the anniversary of Delaware becoming the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on Dec. 7, 1787.
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 our museums
Delaware’s State museums are open with tours that allow visitors to experience the history of the First State while continuing to take all recommended steps to safeguard public health. In keeping with Gov. Carney’s COVID-19 guidance, four museums administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs — the John Dickinson Plantation, Johnson Victrola […]
War of 1812 lecture series at Old State House in October 2022
Three-part series explores America’s second war with Great Britain.
We support the elimination of racial injustice, racism, discrimination, and exclusionary history. We believe that Black lives matter.
We strive to practice inclusive history. History is not a series of one-sided, happy stories. It is a combination of uncomfortable truths, differing perspectives, and difficult narratives. At the John Dickinson Plantation in Dover, for example, we tell the story of the enslaved, indentured, and free Black men, women, and children who worked, and died, […]
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 industrial complex listed in the National Register
American Vulcanized Fibre Company was the oldest-known, consolidated-commercial, manufacturer of vulcanized fibre in the world.
Winner of 2021 New Castle photo contest announced
Second annual contest challenged amateur photographers to submit images of what makes Delaware’s first capital city unique.
Winner of New Castle photo contest announced
Contest challenged amateur photographers to submit images of what makes Delaware’s first capital city unique.
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.
Women’s history celebrated at division museums during March 2020
Six special programs held in celebration of National Women’s History Month.