Delaware’s Dutch heritage to be featured at Lewes’ Zwaanendael Museum in April 2017
Three special events explore Delaware’s long-standing connection to the Netherlands which stretches back in time to the state’s first European colony, Swanendael, established by the Dutch in 1631 in present-day Lewes.
“Listen Up! The Finale” at Dover’s Old State House on April 8, 2017
Conclusion of the year-long spoken-word program that engages young people in Delaware history.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 18 special events during April 2017
Highlights include the Slave Dwelling Project, America’s Founding Fathers and Mothers, and programs on Delaware’s Dutch heritage.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 14 free programs during March 2017
Highlights include events celebrating National Women’s History Month and National Harriet Tubman Day.
African American History Month programs among 16 special events at the museums of the State of Delaware during February 2017
Highlights include African-American life at the John Dickinson Plantation in the 18th century, a program on jazz pianist “Fats” Waller, and a presentation on historic properties listed in the National Register since the 1980s that are significant to African-American communities throughout the state.
