Video explores Black life in Delaware 1790–1840
Video explores anti-slavery activity in Delaware in the late-18th century and the subsequent passage of repressive legislation targeting free Blacks in the 19th century.
Tag: Historical and Cultural Affairs
Historical Affairs sponsors 6 programs in May
The archaeology series “History Unearthed,” “Trivia Night” and “The Wreck of the DeBraak” will be explored.
Zwaanendael Museum to hold photo contest in April 2021
Contest open between April 19 and 24, 2021.
Burial ground identified at John Dickinson Plantation
Site likely to hold the remains of enslaved African Americans.
Historical Affairs sponsors seven programs during April 2021
Programs help to tell the story of the First State’s contributions to the history and culture of the United States.
Cultural Affairs Division Celebrates Women’s History
Three virtual programs to be streamed live on the Web. Two will celebrate women's lives and historic achievements.
Cultural Affairs division celebrates Black history
Three virtual programs to be streamed live on the Web for African American History Month.
Zwaanendael Museum seeks plastic recyclables
Donated plastic will be used to offset the purchase price of a recycled-plastic bench.
Three virtual programs at state museums in January 2021
Cross-stitching, the wreck of the DeBraak and artist Francis Barraud, creator of the “His Master’s Voice” painting to be explored.
“Stitching on the Light: A Virtual Stitch Along”
Online cross-stitch embroidery program from the Zwaanendael Museum during January 2021.
Video explores four enslaved people and an abolitionist
Delaware Day honors the anniversary of Delaware becoming the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on Dec. 7, 1787.
Zwaanendael Museum decorated for the holidays
Based on the theme, “Lighting the Way,” decorations feature lanterns, lightships, lighthouses, starlight and luminarias.
Four virtual-programs at state museums in December 2020
Wreath making; Elizabeth Battell, proprietrix of the Golden Fleece Tavern; season’s eatings; and Delaware’s canning history to be explored.
“Delaware Day 2020 — Expanding the Delaware Story”
Videos explore the lives of four enslaved individuals and an abolitionist.
Secretary of State Bullock Sends Dawali Greetings and Well Wishes
As we approach November 14th, we join with our Indian neighbors and friends in celebrating Dawali. It is the celebration of lights with deep cultural significance, celebrating the victory of light over darkness, good over ....
Del. museums sponsor three virtual-programs during November
Programs to explore mysteries of history, Abraham Lincoln’s election as president and London in wartime.
Victrola Museum’s virtual Halloween program on Oct. 30, 2020
Virtual historical-theater presentation streamed live from Dover, Del.'s Johnson Victrola Museum.
“Civil War Band of Brothers” virtual program from The Old State House on Oct. 22, 2020
Program explores the true stories of four men — a doctor, a chaplain, a soldier and an Irish immigrant — who served in the unit.
Video explores genetic background of eight white and three Black people who lived in 1600s Delaware
Research helps provide a greater understanding of the early colonial history of European and African persons in Delaware.
“Cyber Seafaring”: Zwaanendael Museum’s virtual maritime-history series, Oct. 1–3, 2020
Four-part series of virtual presentations on the Lewes/Cape Henlopen region’s maritime history.
Delaware’s 22nd annual Chautauqua: “Women’s Work: Campaigning for Social Change” on Sept. 10, 11, 19 and 20, 2020
All activities to be presented free via Zoom; registration required.
EVENT CHANGE OF VENUE—Delaware’s 2020 Chautauqua changed to virtual format
22nd annual Chautauqua to take place virtually during September 2020.
“Women’s Work: Campaigning for Social Change”
22nd annual Chautauqua tent shows to take place in Lewes and New Castle, Del. during September 2020.
Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse to be repainted
Project expected to be completed before summer’s end 2020.
Declaration of Independence to be read aloud in front of Dover, Del.’s Old State House on July 4, 2020
Recitations to take place at 2 and 4 p.m.
Delaware’s State Museums Reopening With Self-Guided Tours
Visitation now permitted in accordance with Gov. Carney’s Phase I reopening of the state.
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs launches At Home Concert Series
New digital feature highlights local music and historic sites across the First State.
Delaware Digital History Museum provides opportunities to experience Delaware history … from home
Online museum showcases items from the State’s collections of art and objects, as well as digital exhibits, virtual tours of museums and historic sites, and videos and images of historic landmarks and architecture.
Division Museums Closed; Special Programs Postponed
Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs museums will be closed beginning on March 24, 2020 and their programs postponed until further notice.
POSTPONED: “The Kidnapping of Bathsheba Bungy” at the New Castle Court House Museum on March 21, 2020
Program tells the story of an African American girl from New Castle, Del. who was kidnapped and taken to Maryland to be sold into slavery.
