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 […]
Secretary of State Jeff Bullock Announces Leadership Changes
Department of State | Historical and Cultural Affairs | Small Business | Date Posted: Friday, April 22, 2022
Dover, Del.—Secretary of State Jeff Bullock announced on Friday that Jordan Schulties, Director of the Division of Small Business, and Tim Slavin, Director of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, will depart from their roles to embark on new journeys at the Delaware Department of Technology and Information (DTI) and Fort Dupont Redevelopment & […]
Historical and Cultural Affairs programs in May 2022
Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, April 18, 2022
(DOVER, Del. — April 18, 2022) — The Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs will be sponsoring seven special events during the month of May 2022. A full schedule is included below. Except where noted, all programs are free and open to the public. Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs special programs, May […]
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 […]
Buena Vista Spring Event On Saturday, May 14, 2022
Historical and Cultural Affairs | New Castle County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, April 11, 2022
Free one-day-only affair showcases one of Delaware’s most historic estates
