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.
Lewes CanalFront Park
The Lewes Canalfront Park features twenty-two new dock slips for recreational and commercial boating ...
Elsie Williams Doll Collection
Elsie Williams was the wife of US Senator John "Whispering Willie" Williams, native of Millsboro ...
Delaware State Police Museum
A wide range of artifacts including everything from uniforms to cars (and a helicopter!) document ...
Milton Historical Society
Today's town is brimming with theatres, breweries and tempting restaurants, but Milton also embraces ...
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 ...
Fisher Martin House
Located next to the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware, the Fisher-Martin house is one of the top ...
Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation
The Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation was established in 1992 to aid in the restoration ...
New Castle Court House Museum
Built in 1732, the New Castle Court House served as Delaware's first court and state capitol. Here ...
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Established in 1885 and can be seen of the shores of Cape Henlopen State Park, the Delaware ...
Indian River Life-Saving Station, Delaware Seashore State Park
Constructed in 1876 by the United States Life-Saving Service, this carefully restored landmark ...
Delaware Sports Museum & Hall
Found in Wilmington at Frawley Stadium, the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame strives to ...
Mechanical hall
Built in 1898, Mechanical Hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. Following an award ...
Historic Odessa Foundation
Once a busy Delaware Bay port town known for the shipment of grain and other agricultural products ...
Seaford Fire Museum
The Seaford Fire Museum located in Seaford, Delaware can be found on the 400 block of High Street ...
Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation
The Delaware River & Bay Lighthouse Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that served as the ...
Cooch's Bridge Historic Site
The Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site includes the Cooch Homestead and Cooch-Dayett Mill complex. The ...
Captain John Smith Monument/Phillips Landing
A “new” chapter in Delaware history was written in 2007 when scientific studies of charts made by ...
Governor Ross Mansion
Learn what life was like before the Civil War; why a popular Delaware governor was smuggled to ...
Auburn Valley State Park
Visit Auburn Valley State Park in Yorklyn, Delaware, and learn about the dawn of the automotive age ...
Captain John Smith Monument/Phillips Landing
A “new” chapter in Delaware history was written in 2007 when scientific studies of charts made by ...
Milton Governors Walk
Located in the heart of this riverside community, this looping trail honors the five local residents ...
Mt. Pleasant Meeting House
Take a step back to a simpler time at the Mount Pleasant Meeting House, listed on the National ...
Fort DuPont State Park
Fort DuPont is located just south of Delaware City off Route 9. The park features 322 acres along ...
Nemours Estate
Conceived in the style of an 18th century French mansion, this former DuPont family home features ...
Air Mobility Command Museum
Located on the grounds of Dover Air Force Base, the Air Mobility Command Museum is the only ...