Gov. Carney to speak at John Dickinson Plantation on June 12, 2018
Gov. Carney will be the featured speaker for the annual meeting of the Friends of the John Dickinson Mansion.
Gov. Markell pardons Underground Railroad conductor Samuel D. Burris
Delaware man was convicted on Nov. 2, 1847 of aiding slaves escaping from their owners.
Gov. Markell unveils interpretive sign marking the location of Fort Casimir
Ceremony coincides with the announcement of a $71,500 grant for archaeological investigations at the New Castle site.
Grantham-Edwards-McComb House added to the National Register of Historic Places
Property once owned by Col. Henry S. McComb, one of the founders of the Union Pacific Railroad.
Greg Buchman promoted to physical-plant trades mechanic
Tradesman has been a member of the division’s Preservation Maintenance Team since 2012.
Guided visitation to the African burial ground at the John Dickinson Plantation
Programs explore the experiences of the enslaved and free African Americans who lived, labored and died on the John Dickinson Plantation.
Hale-Byrnes House to receive $47,610 grant from the Longwood Foundation
Funding will be used for repair of deteriorating mortar joints at the building’s gables and chimneys.
Halloween Family Fun Day at Woodburn: The Governor’s Residence on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017
Activities will include tours of the home, games and crafts.
Halloween-related programs at Lewes, Del.’s Zwaanendael Museum in October 2017
“Who Did In the Delaware Ducks?” and “Mysteries of History” to be featured
Harriet Tubman Day in Delaware proclaimed
Governor Jack Markell has issued a proclamation declaring March 10, 2014 as Harriet Tubman Day in Delaware in commemoration of the 101st anniversary of the death of the noted Underground Railroad conductor.
Harriet Tubman Day to be celebrated on March 11, 2017
Events to be held at the Delaware History Museum and Friends Meeting House in Wilmington.
Hats off to the staff, volunteers, partners and friends of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs!
Dec. 14, 2015 event recognized people who made a difference in 2015.
HCA celebrates the life of farmer Wayne “Phil” Proud
HCA’s Buena Vista recently hosted a celebration of life for New Castle’s Wayne “Phil” Proud. He was 85.
HCA newsletter to pause for the remainder of 2025
In 1924, Alice Dunbar-Nelson wrote, “Delaware is a state of anomalies, of political and social contradictions.” Understanding the people and stories of the First State, whether in 1924, 2024, 1724, […]
HCA staff earn annual Department of State honors
Staff members with HCA have been recognized by their peers in recent months, including one who was named employee of the year.
Hebron Methodist Church outside Georgetown added to the National Register of Historic Places
Structure is an outstanding example of rural Methodist churches from the 19th century.