History & Heritage

The First State

Delaware's history spans from pre-Colonial days to the present. The First State offers hundreds of exciting and stimulating attractions. Enjoy museums and monuments that honor all aspects of our rich heritage.

Featured Attractions

Wilmington's Own
Wilmington's Own "Little Italy"
Wilmington, DE

A historic urban neighborhood featuring several fine dining establishments, noted for their...

Delaware Museum of Natural History
Delaware Museum of Natural History
Wilmington, DE

Family fun with life-sized dinosaurs, Great Barrier Reef, butterfly garden, and African Watering...

Mispillion Lighthouse
Mispillion Lighthouse
Milford, DE

First lit in 1873. Wood tower rests on Carpenter Gothic house....

Air Mobility Command Museum
Air Mobility Command Museum
Dover, DE

An excellent collection of military aircraft, from a combat veteran C-47 and the first C-141A to...

Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse
Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse
Lewes, DE

Built in 1901, the only lighthouse on Delaware's coast that still operates....

Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington & Western Railroad
Wilmington, DE

Historic steam train operation that takes you through the scenic Red Clay Valley. Listed on the...

University of Delaware Mineralogical Museum
University of Delaware Mineralogical Museum
Newark, DE

Internationally recognized repository of important mineral specimens from around the world....

Nutter D. Marvel Carriage Museum
Nutter D. Marvel Carriage Museum
Georgetown, DE

Antique collection of horse-drawn carriages and wagons, along with items reflecting home life and...

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Upcoming Events

March 20 2010 to March 20 2010
Spring Car Rally
Laurel, DE
April 10 2010 to April 10 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
May 1 2010 to May 1 2010
May Day Nature Walk
Wilmington, DE
May 22 2010 to May 23 2010
First State 19th Century Base Ball Festival
Delaware City, DE
June 12 2010 to June 12 2010
"Broadening the Arts in Dover"
Dover AFB, DE
July 25 2010 to July 25 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE