Taking a closer look at the Cooch-Dayett Mill
Students from the University of Delaware learning what it takes to develop plans for a historic site will be sharing their thoughts with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA), its supporters, and its newsletter subscribers through a series of articles the students penned about their time spent proposing ideas for the Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site near Newark.
Thank you, volunteers!
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs thanks its many past and present volunteers for their substantial impact to preserving and interpreting Delaware history.
The Christina River Watershed Cleanup: Celebrating 30 Years
For the past three decades, the Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site has been among several along the Christina River and its tributaries where volunteers annually help clean up the local waterways! Join this year’s effort on Saturday, April 2.
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs raises $1,300 during the 2024 State Employees’ Charitable Campaign
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs raised over $1,000 for multiple nonprofit organizations during the 2024 State Employees’ Charitable Campaign. Find out how!
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs welcomes new staff
Join the Division in welcoming its newest staff members, who bring a wealth of experience in working with the public, historic sites, programs and more.
The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs welcomes new staff members
There are lots of new faces helping preserve and restore Delaware history. Learn more about some of HCA’s recent hires across the state.
The Division welcomes new staff members
Join the Division in welcoming its newest staff members, who bring a wealth of experience in working with the public and historic sites.
The division welcomes new staff members
Join the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs in welcoming its newest staff members, who bring a wealth of experience working with historic sites and a passion for history.
The division welcomes new staff members
Join the division in welcoming its newest staff members, who bring a passion for history and a wealth of experience working with historic sites.
The Green Book: Acclaimed guide included Delaware locations for travelers of color
During the Jim Crow era, an annual travel guide for the African American community helped readers find places to eat and sleep. In Delaware, 17 properties are listed statewide. Read on to learn more about the importance of the Delaware Green Book.
The Life and Love of Ethel Canby Peets
Written by Amanda Svehla When I began my internship with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, I was not quite sure what to expect. Certainly, I knew that […]
The Old State House to host special Delaware Friends of Folk concert event July 28
Delaware Friends of Folk, in cooperation with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, will present a special concert event at The Old State House on The Green in Dover featuring The Knotty G’s and bassist Felix Pastorius at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 28.
Theme of 2016 Dover Days Festival is historic preservation
Division will be offering several programs including those celebrating the 1976 restoration of The Old State House.
Then & Now: Black History Highlights features Rodney Hotel and Aunt Mary’s
“Then & Now: Black History Highlights of Delaware” explores the historical significance of The Rodney and present-day impact of Aunt Mary’s.
Then & Now: Hockessin Colored School #107
“Then & Now: Black History Highlights of Delaware” explores the historical significance of a one-room school for African American children.
Then & Now: Black History Highlights of Delaware explores the impact of Redding and Stevenson
“Then & Now: Black History Highlights of Delaware” explores the impact of two iconic Black figures in Delaware history and today: Louis L. Redding and Bryan Stevenson.