First Saturday Program Explores Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives
Join the Delaware Public Archives in Dover on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. for the next First Saturday Program, Tracing Black Family Histories at the Delaware Public Archives, presented by archivist Leah Greer. Researching Black family history can present unique challenges, particularly when tracing ancestors into the 19th century and earlier, before the […]
‘Struggles for Equality’ series in February 2023
Series highlights important parts of Black history in Delaware, and pioneering African American artists of rhythm and blues, soul, and rock and roll music.
In observance of Black History Month, The Delaware Heritage Commission presents our Book of the Week
In observance of Black History Month, The Delaware Heritage Commission is proud to present our Book of the Week: African American Education in Delaware: A History Through Photographs 1865-1930 – by Dr. Bradley Skelcher. You can view a PDF version of this book here. SYNOPSIS: At the beginning of the twentieth century, it […]
