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  • An Evening with William Francis Albensi

    Huxley & Hiro 601 N Market St, Wilmington, DE

    Join DHS and Huxley & Hiro for a talk with local author and historian William Francis Albensi about his new book, Wilmington Before Interstate 95, moderated by Emily Lieb. Wilmington before Interstate 95 is his sixth book for Arcadia Publishing, all dedicated to the history of the First State. The book contains images primarily from […]

  • Not Today, PA

    Virtual Delaware, United States

    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 […]

  • Restore & Remember: Jason Beach

    Trap Pond State Park 33587 Bald Cypress Ln, Laurel, DE, United States

    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 […]

  • Independence or the Bayonet

    Virtual Delaware, United States

    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 […]

  • These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle

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

    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: Transcribing Delaware History

    Route 9 Library & Innovation Center 3022 New Castle Ave, New Castle, DE

    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 […]

  • Delaware Community Preservation Lab

    Cheswold Volunteer Fire Company 371 Main Street, Cheswold, DE, United States

    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 […]

  • These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle

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

    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 […]

  • In Common Cause

    Delaware History Museum

    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. […]

  • These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle

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

    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 […]

  • In Conversation: A Community Dialogue on Redistricting

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

    Join the Delaware Historical Society for our next In Conversation event, bringing together local officials, educators, and members of the Redding Consortium for Educational Equity to examine an ever-evolving issue in New Castle County: school redistricting. Through a thoughtful discussion, our guest speakers will trace the history of school districting in the county—from the early […]

  • Flags of Our Forefathers: Finding Your Roots in the Revolution

    Delaware History Museum

    Celebrate Family History Month with the Delaware Historical Society and the Delaware Public Archives! Discover the most common records used by genealogists as well as lesser-known resources that can be invaluable for those researching their family tree to complete an application for the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) or Sons of the American Revolution […]