Delaware
Van Dyke House. Built 1799. New Castle, Delaware. Street elevation, conjectural restoration. Historic American Building Survey
Delaware Statewide and regional Organizations
Select delaware counties, cities, and towns
Kent County
New castle county
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DELAWARE STATEWIDE AND REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
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Delaware division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
The primary information resource for historic preservation in Delaware. The State Historic Preservation Officer is director of this division of state offices. These are some of the areas in historic preservation in which they can offer assistance:
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Phone:(302) 736-7400
- Preliminary Land Use Service Reviews
- Historic Property Research Center
- Historic Preservation Tax Credit Programs
- Certified Local Government Historic District Commissions
- National Register of Historic Places
- Historic Building Rehab. Questions
- Historic Preservation Planning
- Preservation Covenants and Easements
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Phone:(302) 736-7400
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Delaware State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)
The Delaware Division Of Historical And Cultural Affairs includes the offices of the Delaware State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Phone:(302) 736-7400
Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Phone:(302) 736-7400
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Delaware historical society
Recognizing 150 years of Service to the People of Delaware
The Delaware Historical Society was founded in May 1864 for “the elucidation of history, particularly such portions as may refer to Delaware.” Over the next 15 decades, the organization refined its stated purpose to reflect both a changing society and the evolution of the public history profession. The mission of the Delaware Historical Society today is to serve as the statewide, non-profit organization that preserves, explores, shares and promotes Delaware history, heritage and culture to strengthen our community.
Our VisionA society inspired and empowered by Delaware history to shape the future.
Delaware historical Society
Research Library
505 N. Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19801
302-655-7161
The Delaware Historical Society was founded in May 1864 for “the elucidation of history, particularly such portions as may refer to Delaware.” Over the next 15 decades, the organization refined its stated purpose to reflect both a changing society and the evolution of the public history profession. The mission of the Delaware Historical Society today is to serve as the statewide, non-profit organization that preserves, explores, shares and promotes Delaware history, heritage and culture to strengthen our community.
Our VisionA society inspired and empowered by Delaware history to shape the future.
Delaware historical Society
Research Library
505 N. Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19801
302-655-7161
The Delaware Historic Preservation Office includes the offices of the Delaware State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)
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Downtown Delaware, Delaware Economic Development Office,
Main Street Coordinating Program
Economic Impact:
The Delaware Main Street Program, modeled after the National Trust Main Street Program, has been in existence since 1995, with consistent annual business and job gains resulting in an average net gain of 4 business and 16 jobs per participating town annually.
Since 1996, designated Main Street towns in Delaware reported:
Downtown Delaware, Delaware Economic Development Office
Main Street Coordinating Program
State Coordinator
820 N. French St. 10th Floor
Dover, Delaware 19801
Phone: 302.672.6834
Fax: 302.739.5749
Email: Diane.Laird@state.de.us
Website: mainstreet.visitdelaware.com/
The Delaware Main Street Program, modeled after the National Trust Main Street Program, has been in existence since 1995, with consistent annual business and job gains resulting in an average net gain of 4 business and 16 jobs per participating town annually.
Since 1996, designated Main Street towns in Delaware reported:
- A total net gain of 362 businesses and 1,688 jobs
- A total of $316,017,673 investment in improvements downtowns statewide, of which 192,677,631 was from private funding sources.
- Over 1,200 facades have been improved statewide in Main Street towns.
- A total of 64,415 volunteer hours have been logged in Main Street towns, valued at $1,231,211.
Downtown Delaware, Delaware Economic Development Office
Main Street Coordinating Program
State Coordinator
820 N. French St. 10th Floor
Dover, Delaware 19801
Phone: 302.672.6834
Fax: 302.739.5749
Email: Diane.Laird@state.de.us
Website: mainstreet.visitdelaware.com/
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Preservation Delaware
Founded in 1993 by a group of individuals with a shared vision, Preservation Delaware, Inc. is the statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of Delaware’s architectural heritage and historic settings through education, public policy initiatives and technical assistance.
We are dedicated to preserving the architecture and historical settings of our state. Help us preserve those “Places That Matter.”
Preservation Delaware
The New Castle Court House Museum
211 Delaware Street
New Castle, DE 19720
(302)-322-7100
We are dedicated to preserving the architecture and historical settings of our state. Help us preserve those “Places That Matter.”
Preservation Delaware
The New Castle Court House Museum
211 Delaware Street
New Castle, DE 19720
(302)-322-7100
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Select Delaware Counties, Cities, And Towns
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KENT COUNTY
Kent County Historic Preservation
The protection, enhancement and perpetuation of landmarks, historic districts and archaeological sites is necessary to promote the economic, cultural, educational and general welfare of the public, as mandated by the Quality of Life Act, 9 Del. C. § 4951 et seq. Inasmuch as the identity of a people is founded on its past activities, and inasmuch as Kent County has many significant historic, archaeological, architectural and cultural resources which constitute its heritage, these regulations are intended to:
A. Protect and enhance the landmarks, historic districts and archaeological sites which represent distinctive elements of Kent County's historic, archaeological, architectural and cultural heritage.
B. Foster civic pride in the accomplishments of the past.
C. Protect and enhance Kent County's attractiveness to visitors and the support of and stimulus to the economy thereby provided.
D. Ensure the harmonious, orderly and efficient growth and development of the County.
Kent County Historic Preservation
555 Bay Rd
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 744-2471
Fax: (302) 736-2128
A. Protect and enhance the landmarks, historic districts and archaeological sites which represent distinctive elements of Kent County's historic, archaeological, architectural and cultural heritage.
B. Foster civic pride in the accomplishments of the past.
C. Protect and enhance Kent County's attractiveness to visitors and the support of and stimulus to the economy thereby provided.
D. Ensure the harmonious, orderly and efficient growth and development of the County.
Kent County Historic Preservation
555 Bay Rd
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 744-2471
Fax: (302) 736-2128
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DOVER
city of Dover Historic District Commission
City Of Dover Historic District Commission
City Hall
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 736-7196
Mailing address:
City Hall
PO Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
City Hall
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 736-7196
Mailing address:
City Hall
PO Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Friends of Old Dover
Mission Statement:
1. To promote the preservation of buildings and properties of historic value and importance in Kent County, Delaware.
2. To foster the preservation and restoration of documents and memorabilia of historical, biographical, or genealogical significance and to foster research in these areas.
3. To encourage the beautification of Dover by recognition and sponsorship of houses, buildings, gardens, and garden tours.
4. To educate the community and encourage public interest and involvement with Dover's historical heritage by means of Old Dover Days programs, and other tours, celebrations, memorial observations, and educational programs as appropriate.Support and encourage development and presentation of educational programming, including programs and events, building tours, and lectures in and around the sites of the First State Heritage Park.
5. To support and encourage development & presentation of educational
programming, including programs and events, building tours, and lectures in and around the sites of the First State Heritage Park.
Friends of Old Dover, Inc.
P.O. Box 44
Dover, DE 19903
info@friendsofolddover.org
1. To promote the preservation of buildings and properties of historic value and importance in Kent County, Delaware.
2. To foster the preservation and restoration of documents and memorabilia of historical, biographical, or genealogical significance and to foster research in these areas.
3. To encourage the beautification of Dover by recognition and sponsorship of houses, buildings, gardens, and garden tours.
4. To educate the community and encourage public interest and involvement with Dover's historical heritage by means of Old Dover Days programs, and other tours, celebrations, memorial observations, and educational programs as appropriate.Support and encourage development and presentation of educational programming, including programs and events, building tours, and lectures in and around the sites of the First State Heritage Park.
5. To support and encourage development & presentation of educational
programming, including programs and events, building tours, and lectures in and around the sites of the First State Heritage Park.
Friends of Old Dover, Inc.
P.O. Box 44
Dover, DE 19903
info@friendsofolddover.org
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Smyrna
Smyrna Historic District Review Board
Smyrna sits on the border of two counties, Kent and New Castle.
In order to ensure that alterations of existing structures in the Historic Preservation Overlay District (HPOD) are compatible with the structures being altered and with the character of the district and to ensure that new construction is also compatible and to encourage restoration of structures that contribute to the integrity of the district, the town council created a public body, the Historic District Review Board, to assess the district’s architecture, assist homeowners in preservation awareness, and establish guidelines for exterior design alterations or construction planned for structures in the district.
Actions requiring review [by the Historic District Review Board]:
1. A historic review must occur prior to any building, structure, premise, parcel, sign or other facility located wholly or partially in a historic district being in any manner erected, constructed, built, converted, created, reconstructed, modified, moved, altered, added to, converted, or demolished;
2. Such review shall be required for any change in the exterior architectural appearance of any structure within the historic district by addition, alteration or replacement; and
3. A historic review certificate shall be required for any action which otherwise requires a building permit, demolition permit, zoning certificate of compliance, or zoning variance within the historic district to the extent such permit or variance is required by the Town of Smyrna.
27 S Market Street Plaza
P.O. Box 307
Smyrna, DE 19977
Phone: 302-653-9231
info@smyrna.delaware.gov
In order to ensure that alterations of existing structures in the Historic Preservation Overlay District (HPOD) are compatible with the structures being altered and with the character of the district and to ensure that new construction is also compatible and to encourage restoration of structures that contribute to the integrity of the district, the town council created a public body, the Historic District Review Board, to assess the district’s architecture, assist homeowners in preservation awareness, and establish guidelines for exterior design alterations or construction planned for structures in the district.
Actions requiring review [by the Historic District Review Board]:
1. A historic review must occur prior to any building, structure, premise, parcel, sign or other facility located wholly or partially in a historic district being in any manner erected, constructed, built, converted, created, reconstructed, modified, moved, altered, added to, converted, or demolished;
2. Such review shall be required for any change in the exterior architectural appearance of any structure within the historic district by addition, alteration or replacement; and
3. A historic review certificate shall be required for any action which otherwise requires a building permit, demolition permit, zoning certificate of compliance, or zoning variance within the historic district to the extent such permit or variance is required by the Town of Smyrna.
27 S Market Street Plaza
P.O. Box 307
Smyrna, DE 19977
Phone: 302-653-9231
info@smyrna.delaware.gov
Duck Creek Historical Society
The Duck Creek Historical Society is a repository for many historical items, including books, photographs, artifacts and other documents related to Smyrna’s history. Our changing exhibits showcase the rich history of our small town heritage. The Duck Creek Historical Society is committed to preserving and maintaining our heritage.
Duck Creek Historical Society
11 South Main Street
Smyrna, Delaware 19977
Duck Creek Historical Society
11 South Main Street
Smyrna, Delaware 19977
Van Dyke House, New Castle, Delaware, side elevations; alterations shown in outline. Historic American Building Survey.
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New Castle County
New Castle County Historic Planning
New Castle County's Historic Planners review all proposed development plans to identify potential historic properties and to work with applicants to encourage preservation of historically significant sites. Plans impacting historic sites and structures are also reviewed by the Historic Review Board, who encourage applicants to preserve structures and to employ strategies such as adaptive reuse and historic overlay.
New Castle County Government Center
87 Read's Way
New Castle, DE 19720
Ph: 302-395-5400 (planning and permitting questions)
Fx: 302-395-5587
New Castle County Government Center
87 Read's Way
New Castle, DE 19720
Ph: 302-395-5400 (planning and permitting questions)
Fx: 302-395-5587
New Castle County Historic Review Board
The Historic Review Board makes recommendations and delineations for historic district boundaries, maintains a survey of historic properties, and reviews permits relative to historic properties. For the exact language defining the board’s responsibilities, please see Section 40.40.330 of the Unified Development Code. Members are appointed by the county executive and County Council.
New Castle County Government Center
87 Read's Way
New Castle, DE 19720
Ph: 302-395-5400 (planning and permitting questions)
New Castle County Government Center
87 Read's Way
New Castle, DE 19720
Ph: 302-395-5400 (planning and permitting questions)
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Newark
newark historical society
Knowledge of the Past Empowers the Future
Celebrating Newark's History for Over 30 Years
Newark Historical Society
429 S College Ave
Newark, DE 19711
Phone: (302) 224-2408
Celebrating Newark's History for Over 30 Years
Newark Historical Society
429 S College Ave
Newark, DE 19711
Phone: (302) 224-2408
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New Castle
New Castle historical Society
Established in 1934, the New Castle Historical Society celebrates 80 years of historic preservation in 2014. The New Castle Historical Society operates three museums in Delaware’s Colonial Capital – The Amstel House, The Dutch House, and the Old Library Museum.
The Society also educates the public about the history of New Castle through exhibits, programs, concerts, lectures, and publications. Our collections and archives are available to researchers interested in developing a deeper understanding of New Castle’s rich heritage. The New Castle Historical Society promotes historical awareness and encourages the preservation of historical architecture, archaeological resources and the material culture of New Castle.
New Castle Historical Society
30 Market Street
New Castle, DE 19720
Office Phone: 302-322-2794
Fax: 302-322-8923
General Email: nchistorical@aol.com
The Society also educates the public about the history of New Castle through exhibits, programs, concerts, lectures, and publications. Our collections and archives are available to researchers interested in developing a deeper understanding of New Castle’s rich heritage. The New Castle Historical Society promotes historical awareness and encourages the preservation of historical architecture, archaeological resources and the material culture of New Castle.
New Castle Historical Society
30 Market Street
New Castle, DE 19720
Office Phone: 302-322-2794
Fax: 302-322-8923
General Email: nchistorical@aol.com
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Wilmington
City of wilmington preservation program
The Historic Preservation Program promotes the history of Wilmington and the preservation of its historic, architectural and archaeological heritage for the enjoyment of its citizens and visitors. Promotion and preservation take many forms, and include recording the details of neighborhoods and unique properties, connecting local resources into regional tourism and recognition networks, connecting students with the history of their neighborhood, helping homeowners with maintenance issues, and obtaining recognition for some of the City’s most significant sites. Our history makes Wilmington unique, and our extant historic buildings and spaces give us character.
Preservation Planning
Department of Planning and Development
Louis L. Redding City/County Building
800 N. French Street, 7th Floor
Wilmington DE 19801
Phone: (302) 576-3100
Fax: (302) 571-4119
City Planning Commission: (302) 576-3100
Design Review and Preservation Commission: (302) 576-3113
Preservation Planning
Department of Planning and Development
Louis L. Redding City/County Building
800 N. French Street, 7th Floor
Wilmington DE 19801
Phone: (302) 576-3100
Fax: (302) 571-4119
City Planning Commission: (302) 576-3100
Design Review and Preservation Commission: (302) 576-3113
Quaker Hill Preservation foundation
The Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1992 to aid in the restoration and preservation of the Quaker Hill Historic District in Wilmington, Delaware.
Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation
521 N. West St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 655-2500
Email: quakerhill@gmail.com
Quaker Hill Historic Preservation Foundation
521 N. West St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 655-2500
Email: quakerhill@gmail.com
