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Small Manuscript Collections, Peter Caverly Collection, Correspondence

Peter Caverly was born in Kent County, Delaware, in 1780. He lived in Dover and then moved to Wilmington in the early 1800s. In addition to being an esquire, Caverly held several titles throughout his lifetime. He worked as a cashier at Farmer’s Bank, served on the Committee of Safety in Wilmington, and served as […]



Small Manuscript Collections, Duncan Collection



Document Collection

The Delaware Public Archives is the official repository of Delaware’s historical public records from state, county, and local governments. Dating from 1653 to the current year, these records consist of minutes, reports, correspondence, probate files, deeds, court records, tax records, photographs, maps, drawings, publications, audio-visual recordings, and a great variety of other material. The images […]



Preserving Documents, Photographs and Digital Memories

Looking for a way to preserve important documents, photos and videos for future generations? On Saturday, October 6 at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will present a program discussing how to preserve photographs, documents, and digital memories. You will leave this program with the knowledge needed to care for and preserve your irreplaceable memories. […]



Reverend Joseph Brown Turner Collection

Delaware Public Archives Digital Archive



Special Exhibition Of Documents To Highlight Constitution Week

Delaware Public Archives Digital Archive



Special Exhibition Of Documents To Highlight Constitution Week

Delaware Public Archives



Special Exhibition Of Documents To Highlight Constitution Week

Delaware Public Archives Digital Archive



Special Exhibition Of Documents To Highlight Constitution Week

Delaware Public Archives Digital Archive



Special Exhibition Of Documents To Highlight Constitution Week

Delaware Public Archives Digital Archive