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

Capital Square/Legislative Mall
Capital Square/Legislative Mall
Dover, DE

Located in the center of Delaware's state capitol and featuring the state's replica of the Liberty...

Fort Delaware State Park
Fort Delaware State Park
Delaware City, DE

Civil War era fortress and prison to more than 30,000 Confederate, Federal and political...

Woodburn, The Governor's House
Woodburn, The Governor's House
Dover, DE

Built in 1798 and remains one of the finest 18th-century houses in Delaware. Home to Delaware's...

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...

First State Heritage Park
First State Heritage Park
Dover, DE

Sites linked in Delaware's historic state capital, including Legislative Hall, Delaware Public...

Willingtown Square
Willingtown Square
Wilmington, DE

Six historic Wilmington homes moved int the mid-1970s to create an urban park. Part of the...

Rockford Tower
Rockford Tower
Wilmington, DE

A 100-year-old stone tower offering a panoramic view of the Brandywine Valley....

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

May 17 2008 to May 17 2008
Buena Vista Open House
New Castle, DE
May 17 2008 to May 17 2008
CDCA 20th Anniversary Silent Auction & Spring Festival
Dover, DE
May 10 2008 to May 31 2008
Historic Autos at Winterthur
Winterthur, DE
June 8 2008 to June 15 2008
St. Anthony's Italian Festival
Wilmington, DE
July 23 2008 to July 24 2008
17th Annual Beach & Bay Cottage Tour
Bethany Beach, DE
July 4 2008 to September 21 2008
Silversmiths to the Nation: Thomas Fletcher & Sidney Gardiner, 1808-1842
Winterthur, DE