Tag: Delaware History Museum

Discover History Saturday: Revolutionary Delaware

Step back in time and experience Revolutionary Delaware with the Delaware History Museum and the 1st Delaware Regiment this spring! Discover History Saturdays bring history to life for all ages with engaging activities, creative crafts, interactive story time, and more!

Aspiring Revolutionaries will:

  • Get up close with Revolutionary-era reproduction artifacts and uncover the stories they tell.
  • Meet and chat with men and women portraying real Revolutionary-era Delawareans.
  • Discover stories of Delaware’s spy for George Washington, Caesar Rodney’s tie-breaking vote for Independence, and other Delaware Revolutionary War heroes.
  • Explore Delaware’s role in choosing Independence and fighting for freedom.
  • Dress in period clothing, crack a coded spy message, make a tricorn hat, and prepare for Revolution with engaging activities.

Experience is included with regular admission; admission is always FREE for members of the Delaware Historical Society.

The 1st Delaware Regiment is a living history group dedicated to educating the public on Delaware and Delawareans in the American Revolution via living history programs.

 

Discover History Saturday: Revolutionary Delaware

Step back in time and experience Revolutionary Delaware with the Delaware History Museum and the 1st Delaware Regiment this spring! Discover History Saturdays bring history to life for all ages with engaging activities, creative crafts, interactive story time, and more!

Aspiring Revolutionaries will:

  • Get up close with Revolutionary-era reproduction artifacts and uncover the stories they tell.
  • Meet and chat with men and women portraying real Revolutionary-era Delawareans.
  • Discover stories of Delaware’s spy for George Washington, Caesar Rodney’s tie-breaking vote for Independence, and other Delaware Revolutionary War heroes.
  • Explore Delaware’s role in choosing Independence and fighting for freedom.
  • Dress in period clothing, crack a coded spy message, make a tricorn hat, and prepare for Revolution with engaging activities.

Experience is included with regular admission; admission is always FREE for members of the Delaware Historical Society.

The 1st Delaware Regiment is a living history group dedicated to educating the public on Delaware and Delawareans in the American Revolution via living history programs.

 

Jazz Concert: William Penn High School Jazz Performance

Join us for an exciting jazz performance by William Penn High School’s talented jazz bands at the Delaware History Museum and the Mitchell Center for African American Heritage.

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Join us for an exciting jazz performance by William Penn High School’s talented jazz bands at the Delaware History Museum and the Mitchell Center for African American Heritage, located at 504 N. Market St. Wilmington, DE 19801. The event will take place on April 8th from 12 PM to 2 PM ET.

Before the concert, take a stroll through our jazz exhibit showcasing Wilmington’s rich history and enjoy light refreshments. The program itinerary is as follows:

  • 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM: Explore the “Journey to Freedom” exhibition and grab some refreshments in the Old Town Hall.
  • 12:45 PM to 1:00 PM: Head to the Copeland Room on the second floor of the museum.
  • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Enjoy the jazz concert featuring William Penn’s Jazz bands!

On-street parking is FREE after 6 PM and on weekends! For more parking information, click here: https://www.visitwilmingtonde.com/plan/maps-directions/parking-in-wilmington/
Please note that seats are limited, and advance registration is strongly encouraged. We suggest a donation of $5 to help us continue providing quality events!

Your generous contributions are greatly appreciated. Please consider making an optional donation to support our events. Thank you!

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Delaware Historical Society Launching a New Video Series, Speaking of Delaware…

February 3, 2022 – Join us on the first Thursday of every month as we discover the human side of history.

Learn about the many voices and fascinating life stories that shaped American history. Let’s talk about the paintings of Ed Loper, Miss Nagano, the Japanese Friendship Doll, Thomas Garrett’s silver tray and teapot, and other untold wonders from our collections.
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Speaking of Delaware… is a series of short videos presented by the Delaware Historical Society and produced by Short Order Production House. Videos will premiere the first Thursday of every month at 8:30 on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and our website. Check out dehistory.org/speaking-of-delaware for more information about this project and other resources. This series is funded in part by the Longwood Foundation, Delmarva Power, an Exelon Company, and by a grant from the Delaware Humanities, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities.