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

Mt. Cuba Center
Mt. Cuba Center
Greenville, DE

Former estate of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lammot du Pont Copeland, now a non-profit organization...

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...

The Hotel du Pont
The Hotel du Pont
Wilmington, DE

Luxury is a word we take seriously at the Hotel du Pont. Located in the heart of historic downtown...

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

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

Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park
Lewes, DE

Cape Henlopen's beaches attract thousands of visitors who enjoy ocean swimming and sunbathing....

Read House & Gardens
Read House & Gardens
New Castle, DE

Built in 1801 and furnished in the federal and colonial revival styles, this elegant mansion...

Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse
Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse
Lewes, DE

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

DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum
Fenwick Island, DE

The first 'edu-tainment' museum in lower Delaware. Features interactive exhibits, tours, an...

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Upcoming Events

September 19 2010 to September 19 2010
Hagley Car Show
Greenville, DE
September 24 2010 to September 24 2010
Hagley Film Showcase: Movies About Automobiles
Greenville, DE
September 26 2010 to September 26 2010
Diamond State Vintage Base Ball Club Game
Delaware City, DE
November 5 2010 to November 5 2010
19th Annual Celebration of Tourism
Dover, DE
November 4 2010 to November 5 2010
Consequence of Crises: Keynote talk at Hagley conference
Greenville, DE
March 6 2009 to December 31 2010
“Shipbuilding in the First State”
Dover, DE