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

Wilmington's Own
Wilmington's Own "Little Italy"
Wilmington, DE

A historic urban neighborhood featuring several fine dining establishments, noted for their...

Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington, DE

Historic steam train operation that takes you through the scenic Red Clay Valley. Listed on the...

Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park
Lewes, DE

Cape Henlopen's beaches attract thousands of visitors who enjoy ocean swimming and sunbathing....

Port Penn Interpretive Center
Port Penn Interpretive Center
Port Penn, DE

1886 schoolhouse, now a folk life museum in 250-year-old village next to 1,000-acre marsh and...

Nemours Mansion & Gardens
Nemours Mansion & Gardens
Wilmington, DE

Set among spectacular French formal gardens, the Louis XVI-style chateau was built for Alfred I....

Old Swedes Church
Old Swedes Church
Wilmington, DE

Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church, built in 1698 by Swedes and Finns who came to America on the...

Legislative Hall
Legislative Hall
Dover, DE

Home to Delaware's General Assembly, filled with paintings and portraits of former governors and...

Woodburn, The Governor's House
Woodburn, The Governor's House
Dover, DE

Built in 1798 and remains one of the finest 18th-century houses in Delaware. Home to Delaware's...

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Upcoming Events

April 10 2010 to April 10 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
May 22 2010 to May 23 2010
First State 19th Century Base Ball Festival
Delaware City, DE
July 25 2010 to July 25 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
August 8 2010 to August 8 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
August 29 2010 to August 29 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
September 26 2010 to September 26 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE