Craig Lukezic to leave division employment
Archaeologist headed to new job at Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland.
Creating a network for Delaware’s DuPont Schools
Communities across the state are aiming to preserve the legacy of Delaware’s DuPont Schools, which educated students of color during a time of racial segregation.
Dan Citron to join division as historic sites program manager
Position responsible for coordinating programming and visitor engagement at the State of Delaware’s museums and historic properties.
Dan Davis promoted to Conservation Technician IV
Thirty-one-year veteran works in the division’s Horticulture Team.
Debraak Tours Attendance Increased by 38% in 2013; New Tours Scheduled for 2014
Public interest continues for British warship that sank off the Delaware coast on May 25, 1798.
DeBraak tours offer behind-the-scenes look
This summer, a new tour offered by the Zwaanendael Museum allowed Delaware locals and beach vacationers the opportunity to get a closer look at the HMS DeBraak. Over 100 people […]
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.
Delaware artifacts grace governor’s office, public spaces
With hundreds of thousands of historic artifacts to care for and display, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) is always looking for new ways to encourage public […]
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse to be repainted
Project expected to be completed before summer’s end 2020.
Delaware Department of State receives Tourism Champion Award from Kent County Tourism
Agency honored for its contributions to the tourism and hospitality industries in Kent County.
Delaware Digital History Museum provides opportunities to experience First State history … from home
Online museum showcases items from the State’s collections of art and objects, as well as digital exhibits, virtual tours of museums and historic sites, and videos and images of historic landmarks and architecture.
Delaware Division of Libraries creates LibGuide on Delaware patriot Allen McLane
Guide provides a wide variety of information about the Smyrna, Del. hero of the American Revolution.
Delaware featured at the opening of the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
New museum tells the story of the founding of the nation from the late-Colonial period through the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.
Delaware Forest Service publishes guide to big trees of Delaware
State’s largest trees includes a Nordmann fir and tamarack at Buena Vista, and a Douglas fir at Belmont Hall.
Delaware Friends of Folk kick off new concert season
The Delaware Friends of Folk have returned to The Old State House for a 10th season of family-friendly concerts.
Delaware General Assembly passes resolution commending the National Historic Preservation Act
2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the act’s passage.