Explore Historic Locations
Since before Colonial times, Delaware has stood at a crossroads of American history. Native Americans blazed a trail, and the Swedish, Dutch and English would follow. Between now and then, time has left a legacy of historic attractions: A Civil War fort. A Revolutionary War battlesite. A landscape shaped by a corporate dynasty, and a story that is as old as the nation itself. Explore the historic attractions of Delaware here, or travel the Delaware History Trail for a step-by-step guide.
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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 ...
Johnson Victrola Museum
A tribute to Delaware native Eldridge Reeves Johnson, this museum documents his achievements as a ...
Mechanical hall
Built in 1898, Mechanical Hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. Following an award ...
Penny Hall
This exquisite ensemble of rare minerals and crystals is unlike anything else. The newly renovated ...
Messick Agricultural Museum
The Messick Agricultural Museum in Harrington, Delaware is a superb way to learn about the history ...
Lightship Overfalls LV-118
The Lightship Overfalls, was the last lightship built for the U.S. Lighthouse Service. Now, docked ...
Georgetown Circle
The Circle is the ceremonial "heart" of Georgetown, Delaware. Established in 1791, the town and its ...
Delaware State Police Museum
A wide range of artifacts including everything from uniforms to cars (and a helicopter!) document ...
