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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Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park is home to breathtaking beaches for swimming and sunbathing. Two designated ...
Ryves Holt House
The Ryves Holt House in Lewes, Delaware is the oldest standing house in Delaware, originally built ...
Verrazzano Monument
When strolling along the Rehoboth Boardwalk, stop by the Verrazzano Monument for a quick taste of ...
De Vries Monument
The De Vries Monument was dedicated on September 22, 1909, and placed in the National Register of ...
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Established in 1885 and can be seen of the shores of Cape Henlopen State Park, the Delaware ...
Zwaanendael Museum
The Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware was built to commemorate the Delaware's first European ...
The Lewes Historical Society Main Campus
Nestled along the Delaware Coast where the bay meets the ocean, Lewes is steeped in history, and ...
Discoversea Shipwreck Museum
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum is an ever-changing exhibit that expands and diversifies with the ...