Upcoming Events

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm

Event:
Forgotten Family: Pauper Records and Genealogy at the Delaware Public Archives
Location:
Georgetown Library
123 W Pine St.
Georgetown, Delaware
Details:

The Delaware Public Archives offers a treasure trove of genealogical resources, including centuries of vital records, wills, deeds, and more. Yet, many researchers inevitably face frustrating dead ends, where a family member seems to vanish without a trace—no birth record, no property records, no will or probate. How can we uncover the stories of these…

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:30 pm

Event:
Beginning Genealogy 101 (Virtual-Only)
Location:
Online Event by Allen County Public Library, IN

, Delaware
Details:

This presentation will include the most common records used by genealogists but will take a deeper look into those little-known resources that can be most helpful when researching your family tree. Some of the little know resources that will be discussed include Pauper Records, Legislative Petitions Apprentice Indentures, City Directories, and Enrolled Bills. This is…

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:30 am

Event:
Lock, Stock, & Barrel: Arms & Ammunition of the American Revolution
Location:
Delaware Public Archives
121 MLK JR BLVD N
Dover, 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…

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30 pm

Event:
Lock, Stock, & Barrel: Arms & Ammunition of the American Revolution
Location:
Dogfish Head Brewery
6 Cannery Village Center
Milton, 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…

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War
Location:
New Castle County Court House Museum
211 Delaware St.
New Castle, 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…

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives
Location:
Delaware City Library
250 5th St.
Delaware City, 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.…

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30 am

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives
Location:
Delaware Public Archives
121 MLK JR BLVD N
Dover, 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.…

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives
Location:
Seaford Library
600 N. Market Street Extended
Seaford, 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.…

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Event:
Black Family History at the Delaware Public Archives
Location:
Dover Public Library
35 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, 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.…

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Event:
In Common Cause: Delaware’s Homefront in the Revolutionary War
Location:
Selbyville Public Library
11 W McCabe St
Selbyville, 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…