Places To Go

First State National Historical Park consists of six individual sites that are spread throughout the state of Delaware. Together these sites tell First State National Historical Park's story and can be visited in any order. Currently, the park does not have one, central visitor center. However, each site has some type of welcome center where you will receive information about the site and available tours. Click on one of the sites below to learn more about

 

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  Brandywine Creek

  Brandywine Valley

  Hike along more than 20 miles of trails, take in the wildlife, or stop for a picnic along the Brandywine River.

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  Fort Christina

  See where the Swedes originally landed and established their colony!

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  Old Swedes Historic Site

  Discover Swedish traditions and remember the lives of those buried here such as Florence Bayard Hilles.

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  New Castle Court House Museum

  Step into the room where Thomas Garret's trial took place and learn about the incredible history that has occurred in this town!

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  The Dover Green

  See where Delaware became the "First State" and step where women gathered to rally for and against the 19th Amendment!

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  John Dickinson Plantation

  Discover the unknown stories about the John Dickinson Plantation and the role John Dickinson played in founding this nation!

 

Travel and Tourism

Delaware Tourism: Visit Delaware – Vacation in Delaware and explore beaches, historic landmarks, outdoor activities and culinary cuisine.
Delaware State Parks: Home - Delaware State Parks (destateparks.com)
City of Dover: City of Dover, Delaware - Home Page
New Castle: Home - City of New Castle - New Castle County Delaware
Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau: Greater Wilmington, DE Hotels, Events, Restaurants & Things to Do (visitwilmingtonde.com)
Kent County and Greater Dover, Delaware Convention and Visitors Bureau: Home Page - Quaint Village Getaways | Kent County DE (visitdelawarevillages.com)