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  • Things to Do
    • 2023 Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
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    • Free Things To Do
    • Mini-Itineraries for Greater Wilmington
    • Wine & Beer Trails
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      • Delaware On Tap
      • Vintage Atlantic Wine Region
    • Attractions
      • Riverfront
      • Family Friendly
      • Historical Sites & Mansions
      • Gardens
      • Delaware History Trail
      • Zoos & Nature Centers
      • Museums & Galleries
      • First State National Historical Park
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  • Events
    • This Weekend
    • Holiday & Winter Events
    • Spring Events
    • Summer Events
    • Fall Events
    • A-10 Women's Basketball Championship
    • Philadelphia Flower Show
    • Ladybug Music Festival
    • Wilmington's Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
    • Maryland 5-Star at Fairhill
    • Submit an Event
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      • American
      • Brunch
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    • A-10 Women's Basketball Championship
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    • Wilmington's Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
    • Maryland 5-Star at Fairhill
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      • Brunch
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    Tag: Historic New Castle

    Winterthur Spring Blooms

    Spring Events are Blooming throughout Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

    By Jessica Horstmann on Mar. 27, 2023

    Spring has begun to break through winter’s chill and that means colorful landscapes, outdoor activities and springtime events will soon be populating the region once again. As the signs of spring…

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    Spirit of Christmas Historic New Castle

    Experience a Colonial Christmas Inside Greater Wilmington’s Historic Towns

    By Jessica Horstmann on Nov. 15, 2022

    The ghost stories have been told and the candy has been eaten, which can only mean one thing…The holiday season is here. So, before they are in the rearview mirror, slow things down, take a break and…

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    River Towns Ride & Festival

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

    By Keating Davis on Sep. 15, 2022

    Looking to gear up in Greater Wilmington? The 10th 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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    Separation Day New Castle

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

    By Scott 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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    Kalmar Nyckel Historic New Castle

    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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    Fall Aerial New Castle

    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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    Kalmar Nickel

    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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    Nemours Estate Aerial

    12 Must See Spring Attractions in the Brandywine Valley

    By Scott 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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    Arden Fair 2015

    This Spring Stay in Wilmington for Festival Fun and Passport Savings

    By Scott Ciancio on Mar. 14, 2019

    If you’ve never taken a warm-weather trip to Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley, you’re missing out on natural beauty, festivals for just about any interest, and plenty of incredible food. Sports…

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    Corbit-Sharp House

    Learn from the Past, Explore Delaware’s Underground Railroad

    By Scott 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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