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A message from Delaware Governor, Ruth Ann Minner
There is no place quite like Delaware. Escape to “Chateau Country” for riveting landscapes made famous by Andrew Wyeth’s paintings. Watch the sun rise over the ocean at the Great Dune near Lewes and a great blue heron as it takes flight from the marshlands of Bombay Hook Wildlife Refuge. This year, retrace history along the Nanticoke and Broad Creek rivers with the Captain John Smith Reenactment Voyage.
Our state capital, Dover, is home to one of the most beautifully preserved capitol complexes in the nation, captured by the First State Heritage Park. Old New Castle is a charming town to visit with its original cobblestone streets, colonial homes and guided historical tours. And don’t forget the coastal town of Lewes, which tells the story of Delaware’s seafaring past that dates back to the 1600s.
Enjoy the best opera, dance, drama and music or get inspired by a showcase of galleries featuring our state’s finest artists. Shop tax-free at Delaware’s brand name outlet stores, boutiques and antique shops.
We invite you to experience the wonder and diversity the First State has to offer. Delaware, it’s good being first.
Featured Attractions & Events
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29th Annual Sandcastle Contest
There are three categories: Sandcastles, Freeform and Animals. First, Second, and Third place winners will be chosen for each category in both adult and children divisions. Fabulaous prize packages will be awarded.
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Playland/Virtual Fun Redemption Arcade
Provides a clean, safe, family-oriented environment in which our customers enjoy state-of-the art games at an affordable price. Fun for kids of all ages.
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Port Penn Interpretive Center
1886 schoolhouse, now a folk life museum in 250-year-old village next to 1,000-acre marsh and Delaware River. Exhibits on town life, historic hunting decoys, fishing, fur trapping, community baseball and local artwork. Self-guided tour of historic building.
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Mezzanine Gallery
Exhibiting the work of Delaware's emerging and established artists by showcasing contemporary art. Monthly one-person exhibits feature a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry and fiber art.
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Winkler Farms
All your spring, summer and fall fruit and vegetables needs. Also in the fall, try to navigate through our twisting and turning corn mazes, and share in the fun of losing yourself on the farm.
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