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.
Cooch-Dayett Mills
With programming provided by the Delaware Nature Society, Cooch-Dayett Mills features education ...
Fisher Martin House
Located next to the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware, the Fisher-Martin house is one of the top ...
Downtown Milford, Inc.
Charming, historic and artsy, Downtown Milford brims with galleries, shops, and performance spaces ...
Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm
Located in the center of the Greenbank Mill National Historic District, the Mill and its ...
2nd ACT Antiques Collectibles & Treasures, LLC
Located in the beautifully historic New Castle Opera House (First Floor) and with framing services ...
Captain John Smith Monument/Phillips Landing
A “new” chapter in Delaware history was written in 2007 when scientific studies of charts made by ...
Belmont Hall
Visit Belmont Hall located in Smyrna, one of the most treasured historic houses in Delaware! This ...
New Castle Presbyterian Church
New Castle Presbyterian Church is one of the oldest Presbyterian churches in the United States and ...
Delaware Art Museum
The Delaware Art Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art ...
Town of Bridgeville-Town Hall
Come and enjoy a pleasant agricultural-oriented community in the town of Bridgeville Delaware. As ...
Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation
The Delaware River & Bay Lighthouse Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that served as the ...
Old Library Museum
Visit the Old Library Museum home to the New Castle Historical Society's changing exhibits. The ...
Lightship Overfalls LV-118
The Lightship Overfalls, was the last lightship built for the U.S. Lighthouse Service. Now, docked ...
Parson Thorne Mansion
The Parson Thorne Mansion Highlights Milford’s History. If you enjoy touring historic places ...
Hale Byrnes House
The Historic Hale-Byrnes House was the site of a Council of War on September 6, 1777, five days ...
Delaware Legislative Hall
Capital Square - Legislative Hall, located in downtown Dover, Delaware, is in the historical ...
Tilton Mansion
The Tilton Mansion was originally home to Dr. James Tilton, who was a famous Delaware citizen known ...
Dutch House Museum
At the Dutch House, step back in time to the seafaring days of the late 17th century when New Castle ...
Buena Vista Conference Center
If you are looking for a location to host your next special event in Northern Delaware then the ...
Fort Miles Historic Area
Set among the dunes near Cape Henlopen, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, this was ...
Iron Hill School Museum
Housed in an historic school building, the museum includes an eclectic mix of artifacts and exhibits ...
Pencader Heritage Museum
This museum is dedicated to creating an educational environment for students, teachers and ...
Mt. Cuba Center
Visit Mt. Cuba Center to see lush, native gardens and scenery. Self-directed exploration and guided ...
Amstel House Museum
Among New Castle’s few surviving early colonial buildings is the elegant brick, early Georgian ...
Delaware State Police Museum
A wide range of artifacts including everything from uniforms to cars (and a helicopter!) document ...