Event at the Delaware Public Archives: Tales from the Vaults
On Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:30am, the Delaware Public Archives will present a new offering, “Tales from the Vaults,” that will present four unique spooky stories culled from the collections of the Delaware Public Archives. “We’re excited to share this special thematic Saturday event to the public,” said Stephen Marz, State Archivist and Delaware […]
Delaware 250 Grants for Museums, Heritage Groups, and Non-Profits – Summer 2024 Cycle
The Summer 2024 Grant Cycle has closed. For information on Delaware 250 grants, please visit www.Delaware250.org About Delaware 250 The year 2026 will see the United States Semiquincentennial, the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America’s (and Delaware’s) independence. This anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on Delaware’s unique history and its contributions over […]
Delaware 250 Announces Spring 2024 Grant Recipients
Delaware 250 is pleased to announce the recipients of its inaugural cycle of grants to support planning and programming for the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial Anniversary in 2026. This anniversary recognizes 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. A special project of the Delaware Heritage Commission and the Delaware Public Archives, Delaware […]
Walk Down Memory Lane at Delaware Public Archives
New lobby exhibit celebrates “things that aren’t there anymore” Do you remember rocking at the Stone Balloon; enjoying a muskrat meal at The Wagon Wheel; or having a shopping spree at Wanamaker’s? If you don’t the Delaware Public Archives does. Starting in April 2024, the DPA will kick off a celebration and remembrance of things […]
Delaware Public Archives Celebrates African American History
New display shines a spotlight on eighty-nine State of Delaware Historical Markers related to Black History The Delaware Public Archives has unveiled a new exhibition in its lobby, “Celebrating African American History in The First State” that features every State of Delaware Historical Marker related to Black history and the significance behind them. “With this […]