
Discover how people made a living from the natural resources of the Delaware River. Look for wetland creatures and the listen for the sounds of nature while walking on the boardwalk.
Take a walk around town and read the waysides to learn the history of this historic wetland community. Self-guided walking tours feature the historic homes of Port Penn and the scenic marshlands surrounding the village.
The Port Penn Interpretive Center provides an intimate glimpse into village life in a seasonal economy tied to the resources of the Delaware River. Explore this old school house that has been converted into a museum and learn about the history of the town.
Head up the road to the Stewart Cemetery, created as the family burial grounds for Port Penn’s town founder. Look at the headstones going back to the late 18th century and ponder the generations of Stewarts who lived in Port Penn.
The Port Penn Interpretive Center is located in the village of Port Penn, about four miles south of Delaware City. The Center offers displays and programs which explain the folklife of the historic wetland communities along the shores of the Delaware. Programs and self-guided walking tours featuring the historic homes of Port Penn and the scenic marshlands surrounding the town are available.
Saturday, February 6, 2021
10:00 AM
Join us for a walk through historic Port Penn! Learn about the buildings and their historical significance, and how they helped shape the community. A kids’ scavenger hunt makes it fun for the whole family! This program is free, but for important information about the program and to reserve a spot, participants should register in advance by contacting jacob.miller@delaware.gov or calling 302-834-7941.
Saturday, February 27, 2021
2:00 PM
Join us for a walk through historic Port Penn! Learn about the buildings and their historical significance, and how they helped shape the community. A kids’ scavenger hunt makes it fun for the whole family! This program is free, but for important information about the program and to reserve a spot, participants should register in advance by contacting jacob.miller@delaware.gov or calling 302-834-7941.