Researching African American Genealogy: From the Antebellum Period to the Reconstruction Era
Delaware Public Archives | Date Posted: Thursday, February 5, 2015
Nineteenth century African American genealogy is particularly difficult for researchers. On Saturday, February 7, at 10:30 a.m. the Delaware Public Archives will host a special program which will explore this challenging time period for African American genealogy. Presented by Shamele Jordon, the program will focus on a variety of sources and strategies for locating ancestors […]
African American History Month programs to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in February 2015
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 4, 2015
During the month of February 2015, the home of the “Penman of the Revolution” will present five special programs that explore different aspects of everyday life as it would have been lived during the 18th century when John Dickinson owned the property.
Seventeen High School Students Compete in 2015 Delaware Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Delaware Division of the Arts | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 4, 2015
Each of the seventeen participants will recite poetry that they have selected, studied, and practiced, representing more than 40 different poets including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Lewis Carroll, Gwendolyn Brooks, Robert Frost and Emily Dickinson. The event is free and the public is invited to attend.
Governor Markell Launches New Website for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, February 2, 2015
Joined by Secretary of State Jeff Bullock, legislators, startup companies and organizations that help small businesses, Governor Jack Markell launched Business First Steps, a new website to help small businesses find information on business licenses, permits, and other State requirements.
Delaware Library Consortium welcomes six new members
Delaware Libraries | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, February 2, 2015
Over the last 18 months, the Delaware Library Consortium (DLC) in cooperation with the Delaware Division of Libraries (DDL) was pleased to add six new member institutions: Barratt’s Chapel and Museum, Biggs Museum of American Art, Delaware’s Legislative Hall Library, Fort Delaware Society, Positive Outcomes Charter School, and Thomas Edison Charter School. These six institutions […]
