Delaware Heritage Commission

07/03/2024

The Delaware 250 website is live! As we , this is the go-to website for all content related to the First State's commemoration of the United States Semiquincentennial.

We're live! Visit our website to learn more about Delaware 250, grant opportunities, and how you can get involved!

06/28/2024

Happy Pride! Pride Month is celebrated every June in recognition of the June 28th, 1969 Stonewall Uprising. On this day and every day, we celebrate authenticity, love, and freedom, and stand with those who continue to fight for equality for all.

06/20/2024

The grant cycle is now open for Delaware 250 grants for museums, historic sites, heritage groups, and other non-profits, for projects and programs relating to Delaware's long and diverse history. Deadline is July 15.

06/19/2024

Today we celebrate freedom and those who tirelessly fought for it. We commit ourselves to uplifting their histories and to working for a better, more equitable future for all.

03/14/2024

There are two weeks left to submit your organization's application for a Delaware 250 grant. These grants are designed to support museums, historic site, heritage groups, and other non-profit organizations plan for the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial. Together we can reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and plan for the future. Delaware Public Archives Delaware Museum Association Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs

Delaware 250 celebrates the 250th anniversary of America’s (and Delaware’s) independence. Grants are available for Museums, Heritage Groups and Non-Profits.

03/13/2024

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for today's students to be part of ! Let's see students get involved! Delaware Historical Society Delaware Historical and Cultural Affairs Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) Delaware Public Archives

02/20/2024

Delaware 250 is hiring for a part-time marketing coordinator! This is a great opportunity to be part of a once-in-a-generation event!

The Delaware Public Archives is currently seeking applicants for their 250th Anniversary Marketing Coordinator position.

The Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for engaging Delawareans across the State in the many and diverse commemorative, celebratory, and reflective events planned in honor of this anniversary. This is a part-time, temporary (through 2026) position.

Applications for this position should be sent to Margaret Hughes (she/her), 250th Anniversary Coordinator, at [email protected].

Learn more:https://sos.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2024/02/Marketing-Coordinator-Delaware-250.pdf

02/05/2024

Delighted to announce that Delaware 250 is accepting grant applications! Get your site or organization ready for the as we !!

Delaware 250 celebrates the 250th anniversary of America’s (and Delaware’s) independence. Grants are available for Museums, Heritage Groups and Non-Profits.

01/12/2024

Look for another great program in January! All programs are held at the Milford Public Library De.

01/10/2024

History reminds us that we are always striving to realize the ideals represented in our nation’s founding. Excited about the event this Saturday by our friends at the Milford Museum.

Look for another great program in January! All programs are held at the Milford Public Library De.

12/28/2023

The National Park Service has listed new criteria for the current round of Semiquincentennial Grant Opportunities. Great possibilities here for Delaware historic sites as we !

Semiquincentennial Grant Opportunity announcement