Pages Tagged With: "lecture"

‘A Mere Mock Freedom: Free and Enslaved Black Life in Delaware 1790–1840’

Video explores anti-slavery activity in Delaware in the late-18th century and the subsequent passage of repressive legislation targeting free Blacks in the 19th century.




‘Historic Landscapes—Recognizing and Eradicating Invasive Plants’

Preservation Delaware to hold online workshop on June 3, 2020.




‘We Didn’t Vote for Him: Delaware and the Election of 1860’ — virtual lecture from The Old State House on Nov. 14, 2020

Program explores the election that brought Abraham Lincoln to power and which led the nation into civil war.




‘Struggles for Equality’ series at The Old State House in February 2023

Series highlights important parts of Black history in Delaware, and pioneering African American artists of rhythm and blues, soul, and rock and roll music.




‘The War of 1812: Over Two Centuries Later’

Four-part Old State House Coffee-Hour Lecture Series to take place in April 2022.




24th Annual Chautauqua, “That’s Entertainment”

Thursday, September 8, 2022 — Friday, September 9, 2022 outside the Zwaanendael Museum in LewesANDSaturday, September 10, 2022 — Sunday, September 11, 2022 outside the New Castle Court House Museum […]




Archaeology and history symposium at Dover’s Old State House on April 22, 2023

Day-long series of activities to highlight archaeological investigations, historical research and related topics for the state and surrounding areas.




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




CORRECTION–Delaware’s 24th annual Chautauqua, Sept. 8–11, 2022

Tent shows to showcase entertainment and the artists who brought it to life.




CORRECTION: Save the date — 2022 Chautauqua

Tent shows to showcase entertainment and the artists who brought it to life.




Delaware’s 22nd annual Chautauqua: ‘Women’s Work: Campaigning for Social Change’ on Sept. 10, 11, 19 and 20, 2020

All activities to be presented free via Zoom; registration required.




Division celebrates African American History Month 2021

Five free, virtual programs streamed live on the Web.




Division celebrates African American History Month 2022

Five of the month’s six events celebrate the invaluable contributions that the Black community has made to the culture and history of the United States.




Division celebrates National Women’s History Month 2021

Three free, virtual programs streamed live on the Web.




Division celebrates Women’s History Month 2022

Join the Division in March to learn about women in Delaware history, the HMS DeBraak and more!




Division celebrates Women’s History Month 2023

Six division-sponsored events honor and celebrate women’s lives and historic achievements.