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Delaware History Museum

505 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801

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    Come explore the many stories of the First State at the Delaware History Museum, which also includes the Jane and Littleton Mitchell Center for African American Heritage. The Delaware History Museum and Mitchell Center for African American Heritage features permanent and changing exhibits that allow visitors a glimpse into Delaware’s fascinating past as this small state continues to contribute to today’s history. Originally constructed as a F.W. Woolworth Department Store, the building was transformed into the Delaware History Museum in 1995 and added the Jane and Littleton Mitchell Center for African American Heritage in 2016. It features permanent and rotating exhibitions, classrooms, and meeting space. Group tours and school programming are available.

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    • Hours of Operation: Wednesday-Saturday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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    • Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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    • Description Please email communications@dehistory.org for the most up-to-date information about our various rental spaces.
    • Largest Room 2832
    • Theatre Capacity 150
    • Outdoor Gathering Space true
    • Banquet Capacity 150
    • Number of Rooms 2
    • Classroom Capacity 10
    Copeland Room
    • Total Sq. Ft.: 2832
    • Width: 59
    • Length: 48
    • Theater Capacity: 150
    • Banquet Capacity: 150
    • Reception Capacity: 200
    Donaghy Meeting Room
    • Classroom Capacity: 10
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