Events Calendar

Event:
Independence or the Bayonet

Location:
Arden Gild Hall
2126 The Hwy
Arden, 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:
Forgotten Family: Pauper Records and Genealogy at the Delaware Public Archives

Location:
Kent County Library
497 S. Red Haven Lane
Dover, 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…

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

Location:
Volunteer Brewing Company
116 W Main St
Middletown, 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:
Historical Marker Unveiling: Poodle Beach

Location:
Poodle Beach

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Details:

The Delaware Public Archives will unveil a new State of Delaware Historical Marker recognizing Poodle Beach, a landmark in Delaware’s LGBTQ history, on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the corner of Prospect Street and the South Boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach. For generations, Rehoboth Beach has served as a welcoming destination for LGBTQ residents…

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

Location:
Kirkwood Library
6000 Kirkwood Hwy
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:
Kent County Library
497 S. Red Haven Lane
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…

Event:
Property Research Guide

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

Details:

Learn how to research the history and previous ownership of your property using Delaware land records. This presentation covers Recorder of Deeds websites, deed terminology, effective note-taking, and additional resources available at the Delaware Public Archives, including maps and Chancery Court records. Participants will learn techniques for tracing a property’s ownership, potentially as far back…

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

Location:
Appoquinimink Library
204 E Main St
Middletown, Delaware

Details:

This event has been rescheduled! 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…

Event:
Tavern Talk: Not Today, PA

Location:
Volunteer Brewing Company
116 W Main St
Middletown, 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:
The American Worthies: Thomas Rodney & the Dover Light Infantry

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

Details:

In the Winter of 1776, the Continental Army launched a desperate campaign to drive back the British Army and restore hope that the war for our independence could still be won. The risks were high, and the chances of success seemed bleak. Despite all the fear and doubt, one company of Kent County volunteers answered…