Mailing Address:
New Castle Court House Museum
211 Delaware Street
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone:
(302) 544-6363
Description: Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a distinct character that tolerated diversity in religion and national origin and valued independence.
What To Do: First State National Historical Park is made up of seven different sites you can visit. They are:
- Beaver Valley
- Fort Christina
- Old Swedes Church
- New Castle Court House
- The Green, Dover
- John Dickinson Plantation
- Ryves Holt House
Toilets /Showers: Restrooms are accessible.
Operating Hours: For updated schedule, click here.
Fees: There are no fees to visit First State National Historical Park. Some partner sites may charge fees for some services.
More info here: https://www.nps.gov/frst/index.htm