Call for papers: ‘The Early Colonial Delaware Valley—An Archaeological and Historical Symposium’
Deadline for submission of abstracts: April 22, 2016.
Call for papers: 2023 Delaware Archaeology and History Symposium
Presentations to highlight archaeological or historical research, or related topics for the State of Delaware. Deadline: March 10, 2023
Call for papers: 2024 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium
Organizers of the 2024 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium are calling for presentations for the April 27 event.
Call for papers: 2025 Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium
Lecture abstracts for the annual Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium on April 5, 2025, will be accepted through March 3.
CANCELLED: ‘Lantern Tours of the Plantation’ at the John Dickinson Plantation on Oct. 26, 2018
Program cancelled based on anticipated heavy rain and wind.
Capital improvements completed at state-owned historic properties in New Castle
State invested $350,000 for projects at the New Castle Court House Museum, Arsenal, Academy and Green.
Carolyn Apple receives a Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Award
Division volunteer honored for her efforts in saving the William D. Willis World War II Photographic Collection.
Celebrate A Day in Old New Castle this May
Old New Castle comes alive May 21 with tours of historical estates, colonial craftsmen, historical reenactments and tours of tall ships.
Celebrate Delaware’s LGBTQ+ history with a new online resource
Over the last year, the division has collected information about some of Delaware’s impactful LGBTQ+ stories throughout history. Take a sneak peek of what the project has in store by learning more about a new resource launched this month.
Celebrate Native American culture in downtown Dover, Del. on Sept. 2, 7 and 14, 2019
Spotlighting the Lenapé Indian Tribe of Delaware, events will include music, drumming, dancing, crafts and lectures.
Celebrate Pride Month by exploring Delaware’s LGBTQ+ history
This June, the Division is celebrating Pride month by diving deeper into LGBTQ+ history. What we’ve learned will soon be shared with the public through a new digital platform celebrating this important part of Delaware’s history.
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Day in Old New Castle May 17
On May 17, 2025, Day in Old New Castle celebrates 100 years of festivals allowing locals and visitors to tour the city’s historic homes and landmarks. Day in Old New […]
Celebrate the winter holidays at Delaware’s historic sites
Celebrate the winter holidays at Delaware’s historic sites and soak up the sights courtesy of HCA’s horticulture staff and volunteers.
Celebrating Delaware Day 2023 through photographs
A call to celebrate Delaware’s rich history through photographs was answered by some talented local photographers in this year’s contest.
Celebrating furry friends throughout history at the Dover Library
Through a continued partnership with the Dover Public Library, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs has presented “Dog Years: Delaware Pups of the Past and Present.” Visit the […]
Celebrating Juneteenth across the state
Delaware historic sites reflect and look forward in honor of Juneteenth 2023.