Washington DC - April 8, 2026

Start Your Journey in Historic Delaware

Long before the nation was united, Delaware helped lead the way.

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Exterior view of the Nemours Estate in Wilmington, Delaware, featuring a grand French-style mansion with formal gardens, fountains, and manicured lawns reflecting early 20th-century elegance.

Discover Delaware: Where America’s Story Began

Long before the nation was united, Delaware helped lead the way. The first to ratify the Constitution, the small state played a big role in America's story.

During America's 250th anniversary, explore the places, people and moments that shaped the nation. Walk historic streets, visit prominent landmarks and rediscover the spirit of independence where it all began in Delaware.

Plan your visit and be part of the celebration today.

Discover Delaware

Exterior view of the Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes, Delaware, a distinctive Dutch-style building with a steeped gable façade, reflecting the area’s early European settlement history.

Overhead view of a rustic table setting at Jessop’s Tavern in New Castle, Delaware, featuring a bread bowl filled with creamy soup, a side of broth and a ceramic mug, evoking a warm, colonial-era dining experience.

Exterior view of Legislative Hall, the state capitol building in Dover, Delaware, featuring the stately red-brick building framed by landscaped gardens and a central statue, symbolizing the state’s role in American governance and history.

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