First State Heritage Park
1787On December 7, 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the US Constitution, earning its 'First State' nickname.
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On December 7, 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the US Constitution, earning its 'First State' nickname.
The Dover Green, laid out in 1722 by order of William Penn, is where Delaware's delegates gathered to ratify the US Constitution.
Dover-born Eldridge Reeves Johnson founded the Victor Talking Machine Company and revolutionized recorded music with the Victrola phonograph.
John Dickinson, who wrote the influential 'Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania,' grew up on this Kent County plantation.
Dover AFB houses the military's only port mortuary in the continental US, receiving fallen service members since the Vietnam War.
Established in 1937, this 16,000-acre refuge on the Delaware Bay is a critical stop on the Atlantic Flyway for migrating shorebirds.
18 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
This quiet spot holds a powerful story of resilience and community. Star Hill AME Church, also known as Star of the East, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the African Methodist Episcopal community in…
Ever wonder what a community does when its spiritual home is lost to fire? You're approaching a place of incredible resilience and faith. This is Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, originally established in 1845.…
Walk in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers on Dover Green, where Delaware ratified the U.S. Constitution, forever shaping the nation's destiny. This unassuming patch of green was the stage for a pivotal moment in…
Step back in time and see where Delaware's early laws were made in this beautifully preserved 18th-century state capitol. You're approaching the Old State House in Dover, a true gem of American history. This isn't just…
On December 7, 1787, Delaware became the first state to ratify the US Constitution, earning its 'First State' nickname.
The Dover Green, laid out in 1722 by order of William Penn, is where Delaware's delegates gathered to ratify the US Constitution.
Dover-born Eldridge Reeves Johnson founded the Victor Talking Machine Company and revolutionized recorded music with the Victrola phonograph.
John Dickinson, who wrote the influential 'Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania,' grew up on this Kent County plantation.
Ever wonder what Dover looked like in its bustling heyday? You're about to drive right through it! This district tells the story of Dover's incredible growth from the early 19th century into the roaring 20th. Picture…
Ever wondered where the military’s biggest cargo planes come from? Look no further than Dover Air Force Base! It's one of the largest air freight terminals in the world, playing a crucial role in operations and…
Dover AFB houses the military's only port mortuary in the continental US, receiving fallen service members since the Vietnam War.
Pull over here, because this unassuming spot holds a powerful story of freedom and faith. Thomas Chapel was once a vital gathering place for freedmen, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of those transitioning from…
Ever wonder why some buildings look… a little different? Like this one, an eight-sided schoolhouse! Why build it this way, and what did it mean for the kids inside? Around 1836, a new idea was brewing: octagonal…
Picture a brisk morning on the Delaware Bay, the air thick with the smell of salt and possibility. You're looking at a true survivor, the Katherine M. Lee, an oyster schooner built in 1912 in Greenwich, New Jersey.…
Ever heard of a Delaware loyalist who started his own rebellion during the American Revolution? You're driving through the heart of it right now. This is the story of Cheney Clow. Clow, a farmer and loyalist from Kent…
Established in 1937, this 16,000-acre refuge on the Delaware Bay is a critical stop on the Atlantic Flyway for migrating shorebirds.
Ever wondered where Delaware’s early leaders lived? Right here, at Belmont Hall, you're looking at the former home of Thomas Collins, Delaware's eighth governor! He built this elegant Georgian house around 1773. Collins…
Ever wondered what a town looks like when it’s practically a living museum? Smyrna is your answer. This historic district isn't just a handful of old buildings; it's 850 of them, giving you a deep dive into what life…
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