“An Illegal Activity: The Underground Railroad in Delaware”–Exhibit extended through Dec. 7, 2014
Exhibit on display at the First State Heritage Park Welcome Center and Galleries in Dover, Del.
Painting series highlights Delaware’s oldest farms
The Delaware Department of Agriculture and landscape artist Mark S. Reeve are partnering on a year-long project to preserve the images of historic First State farms.
The Tory raid on John Dickinson’s home and traditional weaving activities to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in August 2014
During the month of August 2014, the home of the “Penman of the Revolution” will present six special programs that explore different aspects of everyday life as it would have been lived during the 18th century when John Dickinson was in residence at the property.
World War I Guide Now Available Online for Delaware Public Archives
The Delaware Public Archives (DPA) is commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the beginning of World War I by offering a new reference guide to resources that can be found at the Archives relating to the “war to end all wars.” Director of the Delaware Public Archives and State Archivist, Stephen Marz, states that “with the […]
Public comment sought regarding Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief grant awards
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs seeks input on its finding that the selected projects will not adversely affect historic properties.
