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  Category: Historical and Cultural Affairs


HCA Sites offer Interactive Programs and Exhibits in August

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Featured Posts | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Date Posted: Monday, July 27, 2026

In tandem with the ongoing semi quincentennial celebrations, The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) presents unique historic program offerings across all three Delaware counties.  Visitors young and old can enjoy the following free, programs during August:   John Dickinson Plantation, 250 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE.  Phone: (302) 739-3277 August 8, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 […]




The Bank of Delaware Building Listed in the National Register of Historic Places

Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is pleased to announce that the Bank of Delaware Building, located on Delaware Avenue in downtown Wilmington, was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on April 27, 2026, for its architectural significance and association with commerce in Wilmington, Delaware. This seventeen-story office […]




HCA Celebrates Separation Day & 250/Hamilton Film, NC Green, June 26

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

DOVER, Del. –– In honor of the nation’s 250th Anniversary, several Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) properties will host programs that complement statewide celebrations by capturing pivotal moments in history. From the New Castle Court House Museum (NCCH) to The Old State House in Dover, and the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, HCA ensures […]




HCA Programs for May Commemorate Nation’s 250th Anniversary

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

DOVER, Del. –– In observance of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) invites visitors to travel back in time. Attendees can learn about the state’s rich maritime history, discover the age-old art of the English Country dance, and meet an officer of the Loyal American […]




HCA and Archaeological Society of Delaware Announce Presenters, Delmarva Archaeology & History Symposium

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware State Historic Preservation Office of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA), in partnership with the Archaeological Society of Delaware (ASD), announces the program for this year’s Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium, hosted by Historic Lewes. The annual event showcases a range of historical and archaeological research that brings […]







  Category: Historical and Cultural Affairs

HCA Sites offer Interactive Programs and Exhibits in August

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Featured Posts | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Date Posted: Monday, July 27, 2026

In tandem with the ongoing semi quincentennial celebrations, The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) presents unique historic program offerings across all three Delaware counties.  Visitors young and old can enjoy the following free, programs during August:   John Dickinson Plantation, 250 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE.  Phone: (302) 739-3277 August 8, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 […]




The Bank of Delaware Building Listed in the National Register of Historic Places

Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs is pleased to announce that the Bank of Delaware Building, located on Delaware Avenue in downtown Wilmington, was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on April 27, 2026, for its architectural significance and association with commerce in Wilmington, Delaware. This seventeen-story office […]




HCA Celebrates Separation Day & 250/Hamilton Film, NC Green, June 26

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Small Business | Date Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

DOVER, Del. –– In honor of the nation’s 250th Anniversary, several Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) properties will host programs that complement statewide celebrations by capturing pivotal moments in history. From the New Castle Court House Museum (NCCH) to The Old State House in Dover, and the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, HCA ensures […]




HCA Programs for May Commemorate Nation’s 250th Anniversary

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

DOVER, Del. –– In observance of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) invites visitors to travel back in time. Attendees can learn about the state’s rich maritime history, discover the age-old art of the English Country dance, and meet an officer of the Loyal American […]




HCA and Archaeological Society of Delaware Announce Presenters, Delmarva Archaeology & History Symposium

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

DOVER, Del. – The Delaware State Historic Preservation Office of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA), in partnership with the Archaeological Society of Delaware (ASD), announces the program for this year’s Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium, hosted by Historic Lewes. The annual event showcases a range of historical and archaeological research that brings […]