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.
Captain John Smith Monument/Phillips Landing
A “new” chapter in Delaware history was written in 2007 when scientific studies of charts made by ...
Woodburn: Governor's House
Located in Dover, Delaware, Woodburn has served as the official residence of the Governor of ...
Seaford Fire Museum
The Seaford Fire Museum located in Seaford, Delaware can be found on the 400 block of High Street ...
Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park is home to breathtaking beaches for swimming and sunbathing. Two designated ...
Lewes CanalFront Park
The Lewes Canalfront Park features twenty-two new dock slips for recreational and commercial boating ...
Captain John Smith Monument/Phillips Landing
A “new” chapter in Delaware history was written in 2007 when scientific studies of charts made by ...
Fisher Martin House
Located next to the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware, the Fisher-Martin house is one of the top ...
Delaware River and Bay Lighthouse Foundation
The Delaware River & Bay Lighthouse Foundation is an all-volunteer organization that served as the ...
Mechanical hall
Built in 1898, Mechanical Hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. Following an award ...
Rehoboth Beach Historical Society & Museum
The Rehoboth Beach Museum in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware was founded in 1975. The Rehoboth Beach Museum ...
The Lewes Maritime Museum at the Cannonball House
The Cannonball House in Delaware has come to symbolize not only the Lewes Society, but the town of ...
Wilmington & Western Railroad
Delaware’s historic Red Clay Valley provides the scenic backdrop for this fun and educational “hands ...
Constitution Park
Located in Dover, Delaware, Constitution Park features a 12-foot bronze quill on a 4-foot cube ...
Biggs Museum of American Art
Hosting an impressive collection of fine and decorative arts, the Biggs Museum has something for ...
Nemours Estate
Conceived in the style of an 18th century French mansion, this former DuPont family home features ...
Historic Odessa Foundation
Once a busy Delaware Bay port town known for the shipment of grain and other agricultural products ...
Air Mobility Command Museum
Located on the grounds of Dover Air Force Base, the Air Mobility Command Museum is the only ...
Camden Friends Meeting
Based in central Delaware, the Camden Friends Meeting House offers walking tours of historic sites ...
Delaware Children's Museum
Lighting creative sparks since 2010, the Delaware Children's Museum is a great way for the family to ...
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 ...
Afro-American Historical Society/Art Alliance
With an administrative building and radio studio located in the city of Wilmington is the African ...
2nd ACT Antiques Collectibles & Treasures, LLC
Located in the beautifully historic New Castle Opera House (First Floor) and with framing services ...
Underground Railroad Coalition of Delaware
The Underground Railroad Coalition works to preserve the authentic history of the Underground ...
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse
Established in 1885 and can be seen of the shores of Cape Henlopen State Park, the Delaware ...
Amstel House Museum
Among New Castle’s few surviving early colonial buildings is the elegant brick, early Georgian ...