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December 2023 DHS Insider
December 18, 2023 – Read the latest edition of DHS Insider!
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DHS’ African American Resource Guide Now Available
April 2023
Check out this awesome new resource meant to provide access to materials related to African American history held at the Delaware Historical Society.
DHS Buildings Coloring Book
April 13, 2023 – Check out this coloring book featuring our historic buildings!
Grab your coloring pencils, crayons, or markers and print out our coloring book to give our buildings a makeover using your creative art skills.
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Our Collections
The Delaware Historical Society holds the nation’s largest privately held collection of material relating to Delaware history with approximately 3 million items in its library and museum collections.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
“Landscapes of the Delaware Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway” by E. Lynn Dilliplane, 2023
Old Town Hall 512 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United StatesJoin us in Old Town Hall for a new exhibit, a photographic journey of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway featuring the work of award-winning Delaware photographer, Lynn Dilliplane. Lynn […]
Lost Delaware
Delaware History Museum and Mitchell Center for African American Heritage 504 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United StatesIn "Lost Delaware," former Delaware journalists Rachel Kipp and Dan Shortridge document the past, present, and sometimes the future of Delaware's landmarks and legends. Originally part of Pennsylvania and called […]
Discover History Saturdays: Hip Hop Jazz Musicology
Willingtown Square 500 Block of N Market Street, Wilmington, DE, United StatesJoin us in Willingtown Square for Discover History Saturdays: Hip Hop Jazz Musicology with the talented musician Text Rich Ali! Free event! This interactive experience teaches participants about the social, […]
The Philadelphia Show
Philadelphia Museum of ArtBack by popular request, join The Delaware Historical Society on a private excursion to the Philadelphia Show. Formerly the Philadelphia Antiques Show, this annual fair brings historical and contemporary arts […]
New Light on the History of American Ornithology
Delaware History MuseumDiscover the forgotten history of American Ornithology in a special presentation by Matthew R. Halley, PhD. In “Birds of the Philadelphia Museum: New Light on the History of American Ornithology,” […]
DHS Statement on Violence in Our Communities
The Delaware Historical Society stands in solidarity with communities, families and individuals targeted by senseless acts of violence and hatred. We send a message of love, prayer, sympathy, and support.
