Tag: Historic

Location: Lewes Chamber of Commerce – 120 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958   Overview: Lewes, The First Town in the First State, was founded in 1631, and was the site of the first European settlement in Delaware. This gorgeous walkable town’s historical society offers walking tours and maintains a wonderful local history museum. Don’t miss the Zwaanendael Museum while you’re Read more...

Location: 583 Atlantic Ave, Fort Story, VA 23459   Overview: The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse, built in 1792, is the oldest lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay and the third oldest still standing in the United States. The unpainted sandstone tower stands 90 feet tall and was reinforced with a brick lining. It serves as the official symbol for the City Read more...

Location: 18468 Dunne Ave, Parksley, VA 23421   Overview: Visiting the Eastern Shore Railway Museum is like taking a step back in time! At the museum, you will see railcars, historic buildings pertaining to the railroad, exhibits and artifacts and a gift shop.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: Pet Friendly: No   Contact Information: https://www.facebook.com/people/Eastern-Shore-Railway-Museum/100078380284412/ 757-665-7245   Photo Credit: Eastern Read more...

Location: Assateague Island National Seashore, Chincoteague, VA 23336 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague, VA 23336   Overview: A short, quarter mile hike to the Assateague Lighthouse. Open for walking only.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: Pet Friendly: No   Contact Information: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague 757-336-6122 fw5rw_cnwr@fws.gov     Photo Credit: Virginia Tourism Corporation Read more...

Location: 5122 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336   Overview: Built of log planks around 1800, it is the oldest house on the island. There is now a replica of its original wooden chimney. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and Virginia Landmarks Register, it is a chance to stand in history.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: No Pet Read more...

Location: Berlin, MD, 21811 Welcome Center: 14 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811   Overview: Berlin Main Street boasts over 60 retail shops, galleries, antiques 15+ dining establishments, live music venues, coffee shops, bakeries, butcher and local goods. Named both a Maryland Main Street and an Arts and Entertainment District, its tree-lined streets, boutique shops, great eateries with outdoor dining Read more...

Location: 103 146th St, Ocean City, MD 21842   Overview: The 87’ lighthouse was built to address an increasing number of shipwrecks near Fenwick Shoals, about six miles offshore. It was first lit in 1859, and sits just feet from the Transpeninsular Marker that denotes the Delaware and Maryland state lines.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: N/A Pet Friendly: N/A Read more...

Location: 25039 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971   Overview: The station was built in 1876 for the United States Lifesaving Service, a government organization predating the U.S. Coast Guard charged with responding to shipwrecks. Restored to its 1905 appearance, it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: First Floor only. There is Read more...

Location: Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958   Overview: Built to defend the Delaware Bay and Delaware River and protect domestic shipping. The WWII-era Fort Miles Museum & Historical Area integrates the presentation of a critical period in United States’ history with personal stories of defending our nation’s coastline.   Additional Notes: ADA Accessible: Yes Read more...

Location: Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958   Overview: The first, at 56’, was completed in 1885. The second was completed in 1926 after earlier structures failed. It was built on the ocean end of the outer Delaware Breakwater at the mouth of the Delaware Bay, just off Cape Henlopen. The 62’ structure was built Read more...