Old New Castle's annual two-day Separation Day is a free celebration of Delaware’s independence from Pennsylvania and the British Crown. Festivities will be held on June 6 and 7. History buffs take ...

If you’re planning a trip to Delaware, you won’t want to miss out on the state’s rich history. Delaware was one of the original 13 colonies and played a significant role in the American Revolution.

Lewes, Delaware -- The striking building in the center of Lewes, Delaware was built in 1931 to commemorate the short-lived Dutch colony of Zwaanendael. The colony lasted for about a year, but it set ...

Excerpts from The News Journal archives include tear gas used on Sussex Courthouse mob in 1926, electric rate hike in 1976, ...

Residents from the surrounding area joined the conversation at Wilmington’s Delaware History Museum to learn from journalist and author Juan Gonzalez about the history of Latinos in the U.S. (Johnny ...

Over the past year, UD has reacted to pressure under a second Trump administration, while tuning a “long-term strategy” on ...

Delaware beaches offer educational opportunities alongside recreation. Several museums highlight local history, including the Rehoboth Beach Museum, Nanticoke Indian Museum, and DiscoverSea Shipwreck ...