Zwaanendael Museum to hold “Uniquely Lewes” photo contest
Open between July 8 and 15, 2020, contest seeks photos of what makes Lewes unique.
Declaration of Independence to be read aloud in front of The Old State House on July 4, 2020
Recitations to take place at 2 and 4 p.m.
Rehabilitation work underway at the Zwaanendael Museum
Project began on June 22, 2020 and will continue for approximately one month.
Delaware’s State museums reopening with self-guided tours
Visitation now permitted in accordance with Gov. Carney’s Phase I reopening of the state.
The Old State House
Built in 1791, the Old State House served as Delaware’s capitol during the United States’ critical early years as a nation. With additions and modifications, the building continued to serve as the state capitol until 1933.
Division welcomes two new employees
Janis Oppenheimer will serve as site supervisor at the Buena Vista Conference Center; Annie Fenimore will serve as lead historic-site interpreter at the John Dickinson Plantation.
Division launches At Home Concert Series
New digital feature highlights local music and historic sites across the First State.
Division mourns passing of Latecia Prophet
Former historic-site interpreter served at The Old State House for nearly 10 years.
Jackie Collins to retire from downtown Dover museums
Historic-site interpreter served for 25 years.
CARES Act Recover Grants available for coronavirus relief
Humanities-based organizations eligible for up to $10,000; applications accepted from May 1 to 15, 2020.
