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 ...
Penny Hall
This exquisite ensemble of rare minerals and crystals is unlike anything else. The newly renovated ...
The Old State House
Built in 1791, the Old State House served as Delaware’s capitol during the United States’ critical ...
Bowers Beach Maritime Museum
The Bowers Beach Maritime Museum in Central Delaware is a wonderful place to learn some of Delaware ...
Seaford Museum
The Seaford Historical Society in Seaford, Delaware maintains the history of Seaford and also run ...
Zwaanendael Museum
The Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware was built to commemorate the Delaware's first European ...
Parson Thorne Mansion
The Parson Thorne Mansion Highlights Milford’s History. If you enjoy touring historic places ...
Johnson Victrola Museum
A tribute to Delaware native Eldridge Reeves Johnson, this museum documents his achievements as a ...
John Dickinson Plantation
Home of John Dickinson, one of the founding fathers of the United States, signer of the Constitution ...
Rockwood Park & Museum
Rockwood Park and Mansion in Wilmington, Delaware features and estate that was build in the 1850s ...
Shrine of Our Lady Queen of Peace
Standing alongside the Holy Spirit Church in New Castle is the statue of Our Lady, Queen of Peace ...
The Greater Harrington Historical Society
The museum has a collection of memorabilia of Harrington. It also has the railroad complex on Hanley ...
Historic Odessa Foundation
Once a busy Delaware Bay port town known for the shipment of grain and other agricultural products ...
Hagley Museum
Hagley is the former industrial site of the original black powder works of the DuPont Company ...
De Vries Monument
The De Vries Monument was dedicated on September 22, 1909, and placed in the National Register of ...
Smyrna Museum
The Smyrna Museum in Smyrna, Delaware consists of two historic buildings, The Plank House and The ...
Geographic Center of Delaware
In 1989, a curious seventh grader from the Caesar Rodney School District asked where the center of ...
Hiram Rodney Burton House
The Hiram Rodney Burton House is located in Lewes, Delaware. The house is named for Dr. Hiram Rodney ...
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Established in 1885 and can be seen of the shores of Cape Henlopen State Park, the Delaware ...
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 ...
Cheney Clow's Rebellion
During the American Revolution many Delawareans remained loyal to the British Crown. In 1778 a group ...
The Lewes Historical Society Main Campus
Nestled along the Delaware Coast where the bay meets the ocean, Lewes is steeped in history, and ...
Woodburn: Governor's House
Located in Dover, Delaware, Woodburn has served as the official residence of the Governor of ...
Antique Prints, Inc.
Visit Antique Prints, Inc., in charming Ocean View, Delaware, near Bethany Beach to view the Seaman ...