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.
Fort Miles Historic Area
Set among the dunes near Cape Henlopen, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, this was ...
Johnson Victrola Museum
A tribute to Delaware native Eldridge Reeves Johnson, this museum documents his achievements as a ...
Parson Thorne Mansion
The Parson Thorne Mansion Highlights Milford’s History. If you enjoy touring historic places ...
Mechanical hall
Built in 1898, Mechanical Hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. Following an award ...
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library
More than fifty years ago, Delaware native Henry Francis duPont began welcoming visitors to his ...
Delaware Public Archives
When looking for information about the state of Delaware be sure to stop into the Delaware Public ...
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
Located in Central Delaware on 16,251 acres along the Delaware Bay, Bombay Hook National Wildlife ...
Fort DuPont State Park
Fort DuPont is located just south of Delaware City off Route 9. The park features 322 acres along ...
Delaware City
Delaware City is a quaint riverfront community proud of its rich history and excited about the ...
John Dickinson Plantation
Home of John Dickinson, one of the founding fathers of the United States, signer of the Constitution ...
Delaware Art Museum
The Delaware Art Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art ...
National Harbor of Refuge and Delaware Breakwater Harbor Historic District
Significant to our nation’s maritime commerce in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the Delaware ...
2nd ACT Antiques Collectibles & Treasures, LLC
Located in the beautifully historic New Castle Opera House (First Floor) and with framing services ...
Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation
The Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation was established in 1992 to aid in the restoration ...
Mt. Pleasant Meeting House
Take a step back to a simpler time at the Mount Pleasant Meeting House, listed on the National ...
Nanticoke Indian Museum
This museum's collection of handmade jewelry, pottery, spears, arrow points, and other artifacts is ...
Historic Odessa Foundation
Once a busy Delaware Bay port town known for the shipment of grain and other agricultural products ...
First State Heritage Park's John Bell House
Found in The First State Heritage Park, the mid-18th century John Bell House is located on The Green ...
Old Library Museum
Visit the Old Library Museum home to the New Castle Historical Society's changing exhibits. The ...
Cooch-Dayett Mills
With programming provided by the Delaware Nature Society, Cooch-Dayett Mills features education ...
Delaware State Police Museum
A wide range of artifacts including everything from uniforms to cars (and a helicopter!) document ...
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Established in 1885 and can be seen of the shores of Cape Henlopen State Park, the Delaware ...
Wilmington & Western Railroad
Delaware’s historic Red Clay Valley provides the scenic backdrop for this fun and educational “hands ...
Hale Byrnes House
The Historic Hale-Byrnes House was the site of a Council of War on September 6, 1777, five days ...
Lewes CanalFront Park
The Lewes Canalfront Park features twenty-two new dock slips for recreational and commercial boating ...