Join the Delaware Public Archives and Delaware Historical Society for a Zoom presentation to explore the 250th anniversary of the State of Delaware declaring its independence from Pennsylvania. This year, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which marked the colonies' break from British rule, and this year also marks the 250th […]
Bring your memories and memorabilia for a family history workshop highlighting experiences and memories from Jason Beach, as part of the Jason Beach Juneteenth Celebration. At this event, participants are invited to bring materials from their personal collections that document holidays, family reunions, baptism, and leisure activities at the beach. Photographs and scrapbooks, letters or […]
Warm up your voice and tap your toes! Join us as we explore an 18th century songbook from the Delaware Historical Society’s archives. Experience the music of the American Revolution as we discover lively marches and catchy songs that lifted spirits and kept people moving during the Revolutionary Era. Singing and dancing are optional but […]
“Huzza!” to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence! Declaring Independence and starting a revolution are thirsty work! Join the Delaware History Museum and Derrick Kelley, owner of Bin 66 Wine & Spirits in Rehoboth, as we discover (and taste!) what 18th century Patriots drank while plotting to overthrow Great Britain. Admission includes tasting, […]
A day full of adventure, discovery, and revolutionary spirit! No matter your age, experience history during this family-friendly celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of Declaration of Independence. Start the afternoon at Old Town Hall with Delaware Shakespeare performing "Embers of Freedom: Independence through the Eyes of Many," an expansive, performative reading of the Declaration of Independence that […]
Have you ever wanted to learn more about Delaware’s Founding Fathers? Or about what Delaware was doing during the lead-up to the Revolutionary War? Join Delaware Historical Society and Delaware Public Archives for a presentation covering the stories of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean from their lives prior to the Revolution, Delaware’s actions […]
Join us for an immersive learning experience as we walk through Old New Castle and discuss the history and culture of generations of Black families who lived and worked there. The 2026 tours expand upon Dr. Melissa Benbow Flowers’ research at the Read House on the African American population of Old New Castle with additional […]
Uncover the past as you help transcribe Delaware history at this community event with Route 9 Library! This program series, with four dates throughout 2026, gets people involved in transcribing materials from the Delaware Historical Society’s collections. At each program, attendees will get hands-on with local history as they transcribe 2-3 handwritten documents, creating transcriptions […]
Free Community Digitization Event As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, the Delaware Historical Society is celebrating what makes Delaware unique: its people, their stories, and the items they hold dear. While traditional archives often focus on famous figures or official records, we believe the most meaningful history is being […]
Join us for an immersive learning experience as we walk through Old New Castle and discuss the history and culture of generations of Black families who lived and worked there. The 2026 tours expand upon Dr. Melissa Benbow Flowers’ research at the Read House on the African American population of Old New Castle with additional […]
Join the Delaware Historical Society for a presentation exploring the challenges faced and contributions made by the men and women in Revolutionary Delaware, preserved in the records of the Delaware Public Archives. Despite its small size, Delaware made significant contributions to the cause of American independence—far more than a single battle or a midnight ride. […]
Join us for an immersive learning experience as we walk through Old New Castle and discuss the history and culture of generations of Black families who lived and worked there. The 2026 tours expand upon Dr. Melissa Benbow Flowers’ research at the Read House on the African American population of Old New Castle with additional […]
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