Events Calendar

Event:
Dover During the Revolution

Location:
Delaware Public Archives
121 MLK JR BLVD N
Dover, Delaware

Details:

Dover was not just any small town before and during the Revolution. It had access to world goods and had the money to purchase them. Many were educated and knew proper societal standards. Not only was it the county seat, but it became the capital of Delaware in 1777. The residents of Dover and the…

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War

Location:
Georgetown Library
123 W Pine St.
Georgetown, 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…

Event:
Independence or the Bayonet

Location:
Woodlawn Library
2020 W 9th St
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…

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives

Location:
Appoquinimink Library
204 E Main St
Middletown, Delaware

Details:

Black family history research can pose unique challenges as you follow your family into the 19th century, prior to the passage of the 13th Amendment, and earlier. This presentation highlights resources available at the Delaware Public Archives for researching Black family history within Delaware, from the present day and throughout the history of the state.…

Event:
Lock, Stock, & Barrel: Arms & Ammunition of the American Revolution

Location:
Wilmington Brew Works
3129 Miller Rd.
Wilmington, Delaware

Details:

The battles of the Revolutionary War have been immortalized in books and films, but rarely do they capture the true nature of 18th century warfare. As silly as it may seem to march into battle in brightly colored uniforms, all the while your enemy is firing right at you, the combat doctrine of the time…

Event:
Lock, Stock, & Barrel: Arms & Ammunition of the American Revolution

Location:
Georgetown Library
123 W Pine St.
Georgetown, Delaware

Details:

The battles of the Revolutionary War have been immortalized in books and films, but rarely do they capture the true nature of 18th century warfare. As silly as it may seem to march into battle in brightly colored uniforms, all the while your enemy is firing right at you, the combat doctrine of the time…

Event:
Not Today, PA

Location:
Delaware Public Archives
121 MLK JR BLVD N
Dover, Delaware

Details:

In 2026, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which marked the colonies’ break from British rule. 2026 also marks the 250th anniversary of the State of Delaware declaring its independence from Pennsylvania. In this presentation, we will examine the early days of the Lower Counties on the Delaware under the proprietary…

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War

Location:
Greenwood Library
100 Mill Street
Greenwood, 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…

Event:
Independence or the Bayonet

Location:
Volunteer Brewing Company
116 W Main St
Middletown, 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…

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives

Location:
Woodlawn Library
2020 W 9th St
Wilmington, Delaware

Details:

Black family history research can pose unique challenges as you follow your family into the 19th century, prior to the passage of the 13th Amendment, and earlier. This presentation highlights resources available at the Delaware Public Archives for researching Black family history within Delaware, from the present day and throughout the history of the state.…