Upcoming Events

Book Launch: André Harvey

Huxley and Hiro 419 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE

Celebrate the launch of a stunning tabletop art book focused on the renowned American sculptor, André Harvey. André Harvey (1941-2018) was an American sculptor whose realistic and contemporary works were […]

*SOLD OUT* Lafayette at Brandywine: The Making of an American Hero

The New Castle Historical Society 30 Market St, New Castle, DE, United States

*REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL* Join the waitlist here. America's first international hero, Lafayette, risked his life and spent his fortune in the fight for American independence from England. […]

*SOLD OUT* James Lafayette: The Marquis’ Spy

Old Town Hall 512 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

*REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS FULL* What would a man do for freedom? What if he is asked to be a spy? Meet James and learn more about how this […]

Triumph of the Yuppies

Huxley and Hiro 419 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE

Triumph of the Yuppies: America, the 80's and the Creation of an Unequal Nation Join us for a discussion and book signing with author Tom McGrath. Free event. Registration required: […]

3rd Annual Delaware Historical Society Blood Drive

Delaware Historical Society - Copeland Room 504 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE, United States

Help make a difference in our community by donating blood at the 3rd Annual Delaware Historical Society Blood Drive in partnership with Blood Bank of Delmarva. Donors will receive free […]

Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends at Read House

Read House & Gardens 42 The Strand, New Castle, DE, United States

This October, Delaware Shakespeare will return with a fan-favorite: "Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends!" This year, with an exciting twist featuring one of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra’s premier violinists, David Southorn, […]

Poor Gal: An Evening of American Music History and Live Folk Music

The Queen 500 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE, United States

Huxley & Hiro and the Delaware Historical Society welcome you for an evening of folk music and history with ethnomusicologist Dan Gutstein. His new book "Poor Gal: The Cultural History […]

Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends at Old Town Hall

Old Town Hall 512 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

This October, Delaware Shakespeare will return with a fan-favorite: "Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends!" This year, with an exciting twist featuring one of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra’s premier violinists, David Southorn, […]

Market Street Music: Noontime Concert

Old Town Hall 512 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

Join us in Old Town Hall on Thursdays in November for Market Street Music Noontime Concerts! Thursday, November 7 12:30-1 p.m. Canto and Basso: Rainer Beckmann, recorder & Jessie Reagen […]

2024 Veterans Day Music Event

Delaware Historical Society - Copeland Room 504 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE, United States

Composing American Valor: War, Musicians, and the Soundtracks of Global Conflicts The Delaware Historical Society is excited to present Josh Lee and The Family and historian David Suisman in a […]

Market Street Music: Noontime Concert

Old Town Hall 512 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

Join us in Old Town Hall on Thursdays in November for Market Street Music Noontime Concerts! Thursday, November 14 12:30-1 p.m. Philadelphia Viola Quartet Music to make you smile: bringing […]

Fierce Desires: Sex, History, and Issues Driving American Politics

Delaware Historical Society - Copeland Room 504 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE, United States

Join us for a talk with author Rebecca Davis on her new book Fierce Desires. Americans love to talk—and fight—about sex. We argue over sexual identities, consent, and gender. We […]