The echoes of a rich past reverberate through centuries at the unique and timeless locations along the Delaware History Trail. Regal homes, beaches still proudly beaming the courage of those who once left footprints in its sands, hidden gems and more await to be explored. The Delaware History Trail is an interactive trail that spotlights 30 culturally significant locations throughout the state of Delaware!
History & Heritage
As you arrive in Delaware, you’ll sense the rich history and heritage. A feeling that the past still lives through the present day, lingering in the grand halls of sprawling estates, echoing down the cobblestone streets of a riverside town. In Delaware, it’s possible to embark on a vintage railcar, explore regal mansions and journey through the barracks of historic Forts – all in the same day.
Seaford Historical Society
The Seaford Historical Society in Seaford, Delaware maintains the history of Seaford and also run ...
Camden Friends Meeting
Based in central Delaware, the Camden Friends Meeting House offers walking tours of historic sites ...
Old Swedes (Holy Trinity) Church
Built in 1698, Old Swedes is one of the three oldest churches in the United States still standing as ...
Treasures of the Sea
Visit Treasures of the Sea located on the campus of Delaware Technical and Community College in ...
Fenwick Island Lighthouse - Transpeninsular Marker
Constructed in 1859, this 87 foot tower was intended to assist mariners in avoiding the dangerous ...
Bowers Beach Maritime Museum
The Bowers Beach Maritime Museum in Central Delaware is a wonderful place to learn some of Delaware ...
Downtown Milford
Charming, historic and artsy, Downtown Milford brims with galleries, shops, and performance spaces ...
First State National Historical Park
The first Swedish and Finnish settlers aboard the Kalmar Nyckel and Fogel Grip landed at Fort ...
Bridgeville Historical Society Museum
Found in Southern Delaware, the Bridgeville Historical Society is a wonderful place to learn about ...
Rehoboth Beach Historical Society Museum
The Rehoboth Beach Museum in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware was founded in 1975. The Rehoboth Beach Museum ...
Elsie Williams Doll Collection
Elsie Williams was the wife of US Senator John "Whispering Willie" Williams, native of Millsboro ...
Riverfront Wilmington River Taxi
Cruise the Christina River on the River Taxi. Experience Wilmington’s Riverfront as you have never ...
Delaware Museum of Nature and Science
Offering information and exhibits of the natural world since 1972, the Delaware Museum of Nature and ...
Abbott's Mill Nature Center
Abbott’s Mill Nature Center is a historic Delaware attraction collection of with pristine trails and ...
Our Lady Queen of Peace Shrine at Holy Spirit Church
Standing alongside the Holy Spirit Church in New Castle is the statue of Our Lady, Queen of Peace ...
Immanuel Episcopal Church on the Green
Immanuel Episcopal Church is located in historic New Castle, Delaware. The small churchyard around ...
Bethany Beach Museum
Visit the Bethany Beach Museum in Delaware to view a collection of historic photos, artifacts and ...
Everett Theater
Constructed in 1922 on the site of the community’s 1868 “Town Hall and Opera House,” this lovingly ...
Old State House
Built in 1791, the Old State House served as Delaware’s capitol during the United States’ critical ...
Cheney Clow's Rebellion
During the American Revolution many Delawareans remained loyal to the British Crown. In 1778 a group ...
Town of Bridgeville
Come and enjoy a pleasant agricultural-oriented community in the town of Bridgeville Delaware. As ...
The Circle (Georgetown)
The Circle is the ceremonial "heart" of Georgetown, Delaware. Established in 1791, the town and its ...
Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation
The Delaware River & Bay Lighthouse Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that served as the ...
Johnson Victrola Museum
A tribute to Delaware native Eldridge Reeves Johnson, this museum documents his achievements as a ...
Barratt's Chapel and Museum
Barratt's Chapel in Frederica, Delaware, is the oldest surviving church building in the United ...