Historic Sites & Museums
Historic Sites
Delmar
Mason - Dixon Marker The Mason-Dixon Line surveyed by Charles Mason and Jermiah Dixon between 1763 and 1767, creating the dividing line that formally separated free and slave states was established in 1768. Marked today with the historic double crownstone marker, it represents the middle point of the Survey. 6.5 miles west on Route 54 from the center of Delmar.
19th century Highball Signal The Signal was used to indicate the condition of the railroad track by raising and lowering a large white ball. Located next to the Delmar Caboose on Railroad and Main Street.
Fenwick Island
Observation Tower Used in the coastline defense in World War II. Located at the northern end of the Fenwick Island State Park. (302)539-9060.
Lewes
Wreck Dive Sites This great synopsis of history's sea wrecks is offered by Surface Interval Dive Charters
Milton
Milton The architecture of the personal residences grace the streets of the historic shipbuilding center with their Victorian and Colonial charm.
Museums
Bethel
Bethel Heritage Museum North Main Street, Bethel. Admission is free. (302)875-5425 or (302)875-5871.
Bridgeville
Bridgeville Firehouse Museum 102 William Street, Bridgeville. Admission is free. (302)337-7600
Delmar
Delmar Caboose The railroad era is preserved at what was the terminus of the Delaware Railroad and the Eastern Shore Railroad in 1859. Railroad Street, Delmar. Railroad artifacts are also housed at the Delmar Library, 101 N. Bi-State Boulevard, Delmar.
Fenwick Island
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum Maritime heritage of Delmarva. Open Memorial day to Labor Day. 10:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. 708 Ocean Highway and Bayrd Street, Fenwick Island. Donations are accepted, and a small fee may be charged for lectures or beach tours.708 Ocean Highway (2nd Floor)
Fenwick Island (302)539-9366 .
Fenwick Island Lighthouse Route 54, Fenwick Island. Admission is free. (302)539-2100.
Georgetown
Treasures of the Sea Exhibit A permanent collection of artifacts and treasure from a 1622 shipwreck off the coast of Florida. The galleon, Nuestra Atocha, was discovered in 1985 and drew national attention. Delaware Tech. Route 18, Georgetown. Admission is $2.00 for adults: $1.00 for senior citizens and students. (302)856-5700
Elsie Williams Doll Collection Delaware Tech Library, Route 18, Georgetown. Admission is free. (302)856-5400
Nutter Marvel Carriage Museum (302)855-9660
Indian River
The Indian River Life Saving Station Museum and Historic Site Beautifully rebuilt and refurbished, this is one of only two stations of it's kind left. Route 1 just north of Indian river inlet. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.Mdspf@splus.net(302)227-0478.
Henlopen Acres
The Homestead Mansion 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres. Admission is free, except during special events. (302)227-8408
Lewes
World War II Observation Tower Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. Admission is free with park admission. (302)645-8983
Zwaanendael Museum A replica of City Hall from Hoorn, The Netherlands, which was dedicated in 1931 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the 1st settlement in what is now Delaware. Seafaring artifacts, sunken treasure from the wreck of the DeBraak. Kings Highway and Savannah Road, Lewes. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. (302)645-1148
Cannonball House Museum
Front and Bank street Lewes. Historic Tours are given Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday's at 10:30 A.M. starting at the Historical Complex located at Park & 4th street. (302)645-8073
Fisher-Martin House 120 Kings Highway, Lewes. Admission is free. (302)645-8073
Lewes Historical Complex 110 Shipcarpenter Street, Lewes. Admission is $5.00. Reservations required for groups. Group tours are welcome. (302)645-7670
Milton
Lydia B. Cannon Museum 210-212 Union Street, Milton. Admission is free. (302)684-8676.
Milford
Milford Museum The Milford Museum hosts a collection of city memorabilia and historic artifacts. The museum is located across from City Hall in Milford's old post office. 121 S. Walnut Street, Milford. Admission is free. (302)422-1127.
Parson Thorne Mansion 501 N.W. Front Street, Milford. Admission is $1.00. (302)422-3115
Oak Orchard
Nanticoke Indian Museum . Native American library and artifacts. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM and Saturday, Noon until 4:00 PM. Route 24, Oak Orchard, east of Milsboro. Admission is $1.00 for adults, and $0.50 for children. (302)945-7022.
Rehoboth Beach
Anna Hazard Museum A tent structure reminescent of 19th century and early 20th century Camp Meeting era housing artifacts and memorabilia. 17 Christian Street, Rehoboth Beach. Admission is free. (302)226-3844.
Seaford
Governor William Ross Plantation N. Pine Street, Seaford. Admission is $2.00, special rates for groups. (302)629-9690
Seaford Museum New Street, Seaford. Admission is free.(302)628-9828.
Hearn and Rawlins Mills U.S. 13A, Seaford. Admission for tours is $1.00.(302)629-9690
Woodland Ferry Woodland Road, west of Seaford. Ferry is free.
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