Heritage Commission Book of the Week – Democracy in Delaware: The Story of the First State’s General Assembly
Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Monday, May 2, 2022
The foundation of Delaware’s democracy is its General Assembly. A body that has governed both the colony and state of Delaware for over three hundred years, it has been the voice of the people in our government and has affected almost every aspect of our lives. Dr. Carol Hoffecker’s “Democracy in Delaware” discusses the role […]
Heritage Commission Book of the Week: Delaware During the Civil War: A Political History
Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Monday, April 25, 2022
During the American Civil War, Delaware was just as divided as the rest of the nation. While being home to abolitionists, Underground Railroad conductors, and many volunteers, Delaware was also a border state and resisted the final termination of slavery. Harold Hancock discusses Delaware’s political climate during the Civil War and the social and economic […]
Heritage Commission Book of the Week – Delaware: The First State
Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Monday, April 18, 2022
Another publication from the Bicentennial of the American Revolution, Dr. Carol Hoffecker’s comprehensive guide to Delaware’s history was one of the Heritage Commission’s first projects. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in the long history of the First State. Delaware: The First State – by Dr. Carol Hoffecker You can view […]
Heritage Commission Book of the Week: Liberty and Independence
Delaware Heritage Commission | Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Monday, April 11, 2022
The Delaware Heritage Commission began its long career by commemorating the 200th anniversary of the American Revolution. With the Commission currently making plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Revolution in 2026, we are proud to present “Liberty and Independence”. Originally published by the Commission in 1976 for the Bicentennial, we are proud to […]
New Historical Marker Dedication: Surf Safety Line at Rehoboth Beach
Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Thursday, April 7, 2022
The State of Delaware Historical Markers Program will unveil its newest Historical Marker for the Surf Safety Line at Rehoboth Beach. This dedication will be held on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at 10:00 AM at: The Bandstand 1 Rehoboth Avenue Rehoboth Beach, Delaware 19971 The Surf Safety Line was a project funded by the […]
