History & Heritage
The First State
Delaware's history spans from pre-Colonial days to the present. The First State offers hundreds of exciting and stimulating attractions. Enjoy museums and monuments that honor all aspects of our rich heritage.Featured Attractions
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Air Mobility Command Museum
Dover, DEAn excellent collection of military aircraft, from a combat veteran C-47 and the first C-141A to...
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Port Penn Interpretive Center
Port Penn, DE1886 schoolhouse, now a folk life museum in 250-year-old village next to 1,000-acre marsh and...
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Capital Square/Legislative Mall
Dover, DELocated in the center of Delaware's state capitol and featuring the state's replica of the Liberty...
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Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington, DEHistoric steam train operation that takes you through the scenic Red Clay Valley. Listed on the...
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Lewes Historical Society
Lewes, DEFeaturing 12 beautifully restored historic properties in one of America's most historic towns, the...
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Treasures of the Sea Exhibit
Georgetown, DEExhibit showcases the riches recovered from the wreck of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de...
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Willingtown Square
Wilmington, DESix historic Wilmington homes moved int the mid-1970s to create an urban park. Part of the...
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Woodburn, The Governor's House
Dover, DEBuilt in 1798 and remains one of the finest 18th-century houses in Delaware. Home to Delaware's...
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Upcoming Events
- September 19 2010 to September 19 2010
Hagley Car Show
Greenville, DE
- September 24 2010 to September 24 2010
Hagley Film Showcase: Movies About Automobiles
Greenville, DE
- September 26 2010 to September 26 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
- November 5 2010 to November 5 2010
19th Annual Celebration of Tourism
Dover, DE
- November 4 2010 to November 5 2010
Consequence of Crises: Keynote talk at Hagley conference
Greenville, DE
- March 6 2009 to December 31 2010
“Shipbuilding in the First State”
Dover, DE
