Upcoming Events

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War
Location:
Dew Point Brewing Company
2878 Creek Rd
Yorklyn, Delaware
Details:

Despite its small size, Delaware made significant contributions to the cause of American independence—far more than a single battle or a midnight ride. During the Revolutionary War, Delaware evolved from being part of a larger colony into an independent state, a transformation driven by the sacrifices and efforts of its citizens and civic leaders. These…

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Event:
Lunch & Learn: Learning Before Desegregation – Black High Schools in Delaware
Location:


, Delaware
Details:

Delaware’s path from segregation to integration transformed educational opportunities for Black students across the state. This Lunch and Learn will examine the limited high school options available to Black students prior to the 1950s, beginning with Howard High School and the Delaware College High School program in Dover, before exploring the creation of Louis L.…

Friday, August 28, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Event:
Night at the Archives
Location:
Delaware Public Archives
121 MLK JR BLVD N
Dover, Delaware
Details:

Please view event details and register here: https://archives.delaware.gov/dpa-programs-and-events/night-at-the-archives/

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 6:30 pm

Event:
The Hundreds of Delaware
Location:
Kent County Library
497 S. Red Haven Lane
Dover, Delaware
Details:

This presentation will explore Delaware Hundreds, a uniquely named feature found only in Delaware. Once used as election districts, Hundreds today have little impact on Delawareans. In this presentation, we will go over the history of the Hundreds, how many there are, how they have changed, and why they are no longer prevalent in Delaware.…

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Event:
Independence or the Bayonet
Location:
Kirkwood Library
6000 Kirkwood Hwy
Wilmington, Delaware
Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn more about Delaware’s Founding Fathers? Or about what Delaware was doing during the lead-up to the Revolutionary War? Independence or the Bayonet covers the stories of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean from their lives prior to the Revolution, Delaware’s actions during the lead-up to the Declaration of…

Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 1:00 pm

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War
Location:
Delaware Historical Society
505 N. Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware
Details:

Despite its small size, Delaware made significant contributions to the cause of American independence—far more than a single battle or a midnight ride. During the Revolutionary War, Delaware evolved from being part of a larger colony into an independent state, a transformation driven by the sacrifices and efforts of its citizens and civic leaders. These…

Friday, September 18, 2026 at 1:00 pm

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War
Location:
Appoquinimink Library
204 E Main St
Middletown, Delaware
Details:

Despite its small size, Delaware made significant contributions to the cause of American independence—far more than a single battle or a midnight ride. During the Revolutionary War, Delaware evolved from being part of a larger colony into an independent state, a transformation driven by the sacrifices and efforts of its citizens and civic leaders. These…