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Lewes Historical Society

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110 Shipcarpenter St Lewes DE 19958
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(302) 645-7670
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The Lewes Historical Society promotes and advocates the preservation, interpretation and cultural enrichment of the Lewes region, through museum exhibits, educational programs, historical research and publications.

From Captain Kidd and the eternal rhythms of the tides to the salty courage of the Delaware pilots and the nationally-recognized architecture of our historic district - Lewes' past is colorful, unique and proud. The ancient beam of old Cape Henlopen Light still haunts the local seas and local imaginations in "Delaware's Saltiest Town."

The Lewes Historical Society began in 1961 as local...

Learn about the history of the first town in the first state with the Lewes Historical Society of Lewes, Delaware.

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60

Interesting tour and very knowledgable guide. I took the "Life in Lewes" tour and it wasn't what I expected. The tour went to 6 historical buildings filled with many antiques. I thought I might...

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80

The LHS was holding its annual crafts fair on Columbus Day weekend (along with the Lewes "Boast the Coast" day events such as sidewalk sales and food vending. The Irish Eyes crabcake sliders were outstanding.) The fair was centered around several historic buildings. The fair and the preserved/restored houses were a treat. Visit the Cannonball House too. The first city...

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All the service woman wanted to do was help an old lady book a zillion tours and sell figurines :( she kept busy and was disinterested in helping us! Totally blew off our questions of what to do in the area. I would suggest just walking around and searching for yourself.

Great historic tour by trolley

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100

A most informative tour of the historic district led by a member of the historical society. Air conditioned trolley...it's not big so reservations are recommended.

Oldest House

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Great little historic colonial house(I believe the original part 1665), which houses the historical society. Very engaging staff.

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Lewes Historical Society was founded in 1962, and is located at 110 Shipcarpenter St in Lewes. Additional information is available at www.historiclewes.org or by contacting S Rogers Jones at (302) 645-7670.

Lewes Historical Society can be found at Shipcarpenter St 110. The following is offered: Theater. The entry is present with us since Sep 10, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Lewes there are 2 other Theater. An overview can be found here.

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The Lewes Historical Society is a reputed organization that has been preserving and maintaining the city's heritage sites since 1961. The society is responsible for maintaining nearly twelve historic houses and museums that are considered a precious heritage of the city. Besides preserving these archaic edifices, The Lewes Historical Society also organizes various local events such as art and...

The Lewes Historical Society is a dynamic non-profit organization committed to promoting the preservation, interpretation and cultural enrichment of the Lewes region for its residents and visitors.

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