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Historic New Castle Restaurant Week Returns This February

By Jessica Horstmann on Jan. 29, 2024

Historic New Castle Restaurant Week returns to take on its third year! The four-day event takes place February 21-25, featuring local staples like Jessop’s Tavern and New Castle Farmers Market for…

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River Towns Ride & Festival Connects Three Scenic Wilmington Area Towns for Riders of All Levels

By Courtney Haywood on Sep. 21, 2023

Looking to gear up in Greater Wilmington? The 11th annual River Towns Ride & Festival provides riders the opportunity to visit the historic riverfronts of New Castle, Delaware City and Wilmington…

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Kalmar Nyckel’s 25th Anniversary and 2023 Sailing Season

By Jessica Horstmann on May 05, 2023

Discover the Kalmar Nyckel during your next Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley getaway. The Tall Ship of Delaware is a replica of the original Swedish ship that landed in what is now Fort Christina…

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FIN-ally There’s an App for Biking on Wilmington’s Riverfront

By Jessica Horstmann on Apr. 28, 2023

Wilmington’s Riverfront is a vibrant entertainment district full of history and beautiful waterfront scenery. With its numerous restaurants and attractions to explore, the neighborhood has become a…

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Join the Festivities of Separation Day, Delaware's Annual Celebration of Their Independence

By Scott B. Ciancio on Jun. 03, 2022

Less than 20 minutes south of Wilmington is where you will find the historic town of New Castle, Delaware. This was the first place William Penn set foot on American soil. It served as a prominent…

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The Tall Ship, Kalmar Nyckel Celebrates 25 Years in Wilmington, Delaware

By Jessica Horstmann on May 29, 2022

The tall ship Kalmar Nyckel, the First State’s own replica of the Swedish ship that landed in New Castle, Delaware in 1638, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. Over these last 25 years, the Kalmar…

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Old Meets New in Historic New Castle

By Jessica Horstmann on Dec. 17, 2021

The Historic New Castle neighborhood holds a lot of First State history... rightfully so, as this neighborhood was where William Penn first stepped into the “New World.” It’s also home to the New…

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The Tall Ship of Delaware is Set to Sail Again for the 2021 Season

By Jessica Horstmann on Apr. 21, 2021

Discover a unique outdoor experience when you sail on board Kalmar Nyckel, the Tall Ship of Delaware. The Kalmar Nyckel provides a unique, hands-on experience at the intersection of adventure and…

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12 Must See Spring Attractions in the Brandywine Valley

By Scott B. Ciancio on Feb. 14, 2020

As winter’s grip loosens, it’s time to stow away the parkas and snow shovels and outside for some spring and summer fun! Whether you’re planning a spring couples escape, a summer getaway with old…

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Learn from the Past, Explore Delaware’s Underground Railroad

By Scott B. Ciancio on Jan. 16, 2019

One of the most interesting stories in the rich history of the state of Delaware is the internal struggle the state faced as a slave state that also had a large free black population during the…

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