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Public programs are designed for individuals and families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Seaside Nature Center is open daily, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., year-round. The Nature Center is closed October 19 – 26, November 26, December 25, and January 1. A park entrance fee is collected daily through November 30. All programs meet at the Seaside Nature Center unless otherwise stated.

Call (302) 645-6852 to pre-register

Delaware’s Ratification Document on Display at the Delaware Public Archives

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December 1, 2011 to January 31, 2012
Don’t miss this limited opportunity to see Delaware’s Ratification of the Constitution. Signed on December 7, 1787 at Battell’s Tavern on The Green in Dover, this unique document is the proof that Delaware is the First State.

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The Civil War: Five Delaware Soldiers' Stories

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  • TIME: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday
    1:30 - 3 p.m. on Sundays

First State Heritage Park Welcome Center and Galleries
This new exhibit, created by the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, recognizes the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the American Civil War. Through the state's collection of objects, portraits, and documents, personal experiences of the brutal journey through the War of the Rebellion are revealed. Visitors can take a glimpse into the daily life of Delaware soldiers and examine the complexities involved in their survival.

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First Saturdays in the First State

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  • TIME: First Saturday of each month

A variety of special programs and events are developed for the first Saturday of each month. All First State Heritage Park sites are open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Woodburn and Hall House (open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.). Admission to all sites and programs is FREE, except where noted.

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Free Walking Tours: Stories of The Green

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  • TIME: Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tours led by historical interpreters in period dress begin at the John Bell House on The Green every hour. The Green reveals many tales from Dover’s history.

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National Maritime Day: The U.S.S. Delaware

  • DATE: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
  • TIME: 1:30 p.m.

The First State Heritage Park Welcome Center and Galleries Explore the role of the U.S.S. Delaware and its silver.

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National Maritime Day: The DeBraak

  • DATE: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
  • TIME: Noon

The Old State House on The GreenExamine the significance of the HMS DeBraak shipwreck and its recovery.

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Hands-On History

  • DATE: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
  • TIME: 3 – 4 p.m.

The Old State House on The Green. Visitors will enjoy special presentations and hands-on activities.

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Lantern Tours: Presbyterian Cemetery

  • DATE: Friday, May 25, 2012
  • TIME: 8 p.m.

Join our guides though historic Dover and its cemeteries. Call (302) 739-9194 for reservations. Tours cancelled due to inclement weather will not be rescheduled. $5 per person. Meet at the Johnson Victrola Museum Parking Lot – 375 S. New Street. Meet important figures from Dover’s history.

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Free Walking Tours: Women of The Green

  • DATE: Saturday, May 26, 2012
  • TIME: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tours led by historical interpreters in period dress begin at the John Bell House on The Green every hour. Learn about women’s contributions to the history of The Green.

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Free Walking Tours: Dover’s Heroes of the Revolution

  • DATE: Monday, May 28, 2012
  • TIME: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tours led by historical interpreters in period dress begin at the John Bell House on The Green every hour. Dover was a hotbed of activity during the struggle for American Independence.

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Memorial Day Program: Delaware National Guard’s Collection of Delaware Illustrators Exhibition

  • DATE: Monday, May 28, 2012
  • TIME: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Biggs Museum of American Art

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Memorial Day Program: Stories of Freedom and Courage

  • DATE: Monday, May 28, 2012
  • TIME: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Old State House on The GreenHear stories of freedom and courage that took place in the historic building.

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Victor’s Music of Summer

  • DATE: Monday, May 28, 2012
  • TIME: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Johnson Victrola MuseumJump into summer with hit songs from the past played on authentic Victor Talking Machines.

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Hands-On History

  • DATE: Wednesday, May 30, 2012
  • TIME: 3 – 4 p.m.

The Old State House on The Green. Visitors will enjoy special presentations and hands-on activities.

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