“Shall Faithfully Serve!” at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on June 15, 2013
Program exploring indentured servitude. Participants will symbolically sign an indenture form with a quill pen, after which they will be assigned 18th century chores such as preparing wool for spinning, weaving and carding; kindling gathering for the smokehouse and cleaning. During their free time, participants will have a chance to play Colonial games, enjoy a house tour or explore the grounds.
“The Trial of William Penn”: Historical play to be presented at Dover, Del.’s Old State House on June 1, 2013
Living-history theater presentation exploring the trial of William Penn and the jury that went to jail when they would not find him guilty as charged.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs sponsors 18 special events during June 2013
History-related programming at the state of Delaware’s six museums.
300 to gather for foster parent conference in Dover
Nearly 300 foster families, Division of Family Services staff and service providers will gather in Dover on Thursday May 30th, for the Foster Parent Conference and Recognition Luncheon.
19th Annual Delaware Prevention Forum Kicks off Mental Health Month
Governor Markell presented a proclamation recognizing May as Mental Health Month at the 19th annual Delaware Prevention and Behavioral Health Forum.
