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Experience.
Explore with our expert guides, dive into our exhibitions and thematic programs, and discover Lewes history.
What's Happening
Experience the best of Lewes history and culture through our upcoming events and special programs.
Events
Tours
Hearty in the Cause: A Historic Weekend Event
April 18 @ 10:00 am
The War for Independence came to Lewes’ doorstep in the spring of 1776. In March and April of that year, Delawareans of all sorts were forced to come to terms with their changing world. Loyalties, ideals, and even family bonds were tested; lives and livelihoods were threatened; and independence…
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2026 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
June 6 @ 9:00 am
This family-fun event features over 75 sea glass and coastal artists, sea glass history and identification experts, education, lectures, the largest sea glass exhibit in the area, live music, food, and more!
Learn More
Shipwrecks & Rescues: An Exclusive Sea Glass Festival Beach Walking Tour
June 6 @ 6:00 pm
Don’t miss this exclusive Sea Glass Festival Beach Walking Tour: Shipwrecks & Rescues – Saturday evening only! You’ll receive a one-of-a-kind keepsake made specifically for this tour only, plus FREE admission to the festival on Sunday, June 7th!
Learn More
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Step Back in Time
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.
Plan Your Visit
Explore Our Locations
History Museum & Archives
101 Adams Avenue
Lewes, DE 19958
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Historic Lewes Town Campus
110 Shipcarpenter Street
Lewes, DE 19958
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Cannonball House Maritime Museum
118 Front Street
Lewes, DE 19958
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Ryves Holt House Museum & Mercantile
218 Second Street
Lewes, Delaware 19958
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U.S. Life-Saving Service Boat House
229 Pilottown Road
Lewes, DE 19958
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Membership
&
Support
Through fascinating exhibitions, tours, programs, resources, and events, Historic Lewes connects people to Delaware history and to each other.
Membership
Ways to Give
© 2026 Historic Lewes All rights reserved.
MENU
About
Our History
Staff
News
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Upcoming Events
History Museum & Archives
Cannonball House Maritime Museum
Ryves Holt House Museum & Mercantile
U.S. Life-Saving Service Boat House
Historic Lewes Town Campus
Experience Sussex Tavern
Lewistown Coffee-House
Antique Shop at Thompson Country Store
Explore
Current Exhibits
Tours and Workshops
Historic Lewes Speaker Series
Tavern Talks Theater
Genealogist in Residence
Author Nights & Guest Speakers
Events
Events Calendar
Private Events
Weddings
Education
Voices Heard Film
Field Trips & Group Tours
Youth Programs
History
Archives
Timeline
Meet the Past
Voices Heard
Graves Database
Publications
Support
Ways to Give
Membership
Volunteer
Skip to content
Navigate. Discover.
Experience.
Explore with our expert guides, dive into our exhibitions and thematic programs, and discover Lewes history.
What's Happening
Experience the best of Lewes history and culture through our upcoming events and special programs.
Events
Tours
Hearty in the Cause: A Historic Weekend Event
April 18 @ 10:00 am
The War for Independence came to Lewes’ doorstep in the spring of 1776. In March and April of that year, Delawareans of all sorts were forced to come to terms with their changing world. Loyalties, ideals, and even family bonds were tested; lives and livelihoods were threatened; and independence…
Learn More
2026 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
June 6 @ 9:00 am
This family-fun event features over 75 sea glass and coastal artists, sea glass history and identification experts, education, lectures, the largest sea glass exhibit in the area, live music, food, and more!
Learn More
Shipwrecks & Rescues: An Exclusive Sea Glass Festival Beach Walking Tour
June 6 @ 6:00 pm
Don’t miss this exclusive Sea Glass Festival Beach Walking Tour: Shipwrecks & Rescues – Saturday evening only! You’ll receive a one-of-a-kind keepsake made specifically for this tour only, plus FREE admission to the festival on Sunday, June 7th!
Take a
Step Back in Time
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.
Plan Your Visit
Explore Our Locations
History Museum & Archives
101 Adams Avenue
Lewes, DE 19958
Learn More
Historic Lewes Town Campus
110 Shipcarpenter Street
Lewes, DE 19958
Learn More
Cannonball House Maritime Museum
118 Front Street
Lewes, DE 19958
Learn More
Ryves Holt House Museum & Mercantile
218 Second Street
Lewes, Delaware 19958
Learn More
U.S. Life-Saving Service Boat House
229 Pilottown Road
Lewes, DE 19958
Learn More
Membership
&
Support
Through fascinating exhibitions, tours, programs, resources, and events, Historic Lewes connects people to Delaware history and to each other.
Membership
Ways to Give
© 2026 Historic Lewes All rights reserved.
MENU
About
Our History
Staff
News
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Upcoming Events
History Museum & Archives
Cannonball House Maritime Museum
Ryves Holt House Museum & Mercantile
U.S. Life-Saving Service Boat House
Historic Lewes Town Campus
Experience Sussex Tavern
Lewistown Coffee-House
Antique Shop at Thompson Country Store
Explore
Current Exhibits
Tours and Workshops
Historic Lewes Speaker Series
Tavern Talks Theater
Genealogist in Residence
Author Nights & Guest Speakers
Events
Events Calendar
Private Events
Weddings
Education
Voices Heard Film
Field Trips & Group Tours
Youth Programs
History
Archives
Timeline
Meet the Past
Voices Heard
Graves Database
Publications
Support
Ways to Give
Membership
Volunteer