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  Category: Historical and Cultural Affairs


Governor Meyer Proclaims Oct. 10 “One Land Many Voices Day” for John Dickinson Plantation’s Visitor Center & Exhibit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 29, 2026

DOVER, Del. — The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs’ (HCA) new John Dickinson Plantation Visitor Center will debut its highly anticipated permanent exhibit, “One Land Many Voices,” on Saturday, Oct. 10. HCA will unveil the exhibit at the newly opened Visitor Center at 250 Kitts Hummock Road with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony that day […]




HCA Brings History to Life in September with Tours, Lectures and Dance Lessons

Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Date Posted: Monday, August 31, 2026

The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) announces a full range of experiences for the history buff in all of us.  From traditional lectures and costumed interpreters to interactive tours and dance classes, visitors to HCA sites can fully immerse themselves in history all month long. All programs are free to the public; however, […]




HCA Sites offer Interactive Programs and Exhibits in August

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | 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 […]







  Category: Historical and Cultural Affairs

Governor Meyer Proclaims Oct. 10 “One Land Many Voices Day” for John Dickinson Plantation’s Visitor Center & Exhibit

Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Tourism Office | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 29, 2026

DOVER, Del. — The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs’ (HCA) new John Dickinson Plantation Visitor Center will debut its highly anticipated permanent exhibit, “One Land Many Voices,” on Saturday, Oct. 10. HCA will unveil the exhibit at the newly opened Visitor Center at 250 Kitts Hummock Road with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony that day […]




HCA Brings History to Life in September with Tours, Lectures and Dance Lessons

Delaware Tourism Office | Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Date Posted: Monday, August 31, 2026

The Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA) announces a full range of experiences for the history buff in all of us.  From traditional lectures and costumed interpreters to interactive tours and dance classes, visitors to HCA sites can fully immerse themselves in history all month long. All programs are free to the public; however, […]




HCA Sites offer Interactive Programs and Exhibits in August

Delaware Tourism Office | Department of State | 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 […]