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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Hugh Phibb’s “What the Water Said…” Watercolors

THE MEZZANINE GALLERY TO EXHIBIT HUGH PHIBB’S “WHAT THE WATER SAID…” WATERCOLORS Wilmington, Del. (January 24, 2018) – What the Water Said…Flowers, Places & Faces will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from February 2-23, 2018. A free opening reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, February 2 from 5-7 p.m. […]




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Terrance Vann’s “Edge of Destiny” Paintings

THE MEZZANINE GALLERY TO EXHIBIT TERRANCE VANN’S “EDGE OF DESTINY” PAINTINGS Wilmington, Del. (February 23, 2018) – Edge of Destiny will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from March 2-29, 2018. A free opening reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, March 2 from 5-7 p.m. Live music will be provided by […]





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 16 special events during April 2018

Highlights include Buena Vista’s First Annual Spring Open House, The Old State House's Coffee-Hour Lecture Series and programs on Delaware's Dutch heritage.




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Governor Carney Announces Preliminary Agreement with Gulftainer to Expand Port of Wilmington

Terms of the agreement must be approved by Diamond State Port Corporation Board and the Delaware General Assembly WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock on Thursday announced that the State of Delaware has reached a preliminary agreement with the Gulftainer Group to lease the Port of Wilmington from the […]




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Jean Diver’s “Living in Mythology” Paintings and Works on Paper

THE MEZZANINE GALLERY TO EXHIBIT JEAN DIVER’S “LIVING IN MYTHOLOGY” PAINTINGS AND WORKS ON PAPER Wilmington, Del. (April 2, 2018) – Jean Diver’s Living in Mythology will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from April 6-27, 2018. A free opening reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, April 6 from 5-7 p.m. […]




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New marketing campaign highlights opportunities in downtown Dover for small business owners

Dover is unlocking the potential of its historic downtown with a new marketing campaign highlighting opportunities for small business owners ready to take their business dreams to the next level. State and local officials led by Gov. John Carney; Linda Parkowski, acting director of the Delaware Division of Small Business and Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to replace roof of Academy building in New Castle

Improvements slated to begin in the spring of 2018.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor seven special events during May 2018

Highlights include Dover Days programs, A Day in Old New Castle and “A Sailor’s Life for Me,” the Zwaanendael Museum’s 7th Annual Maritime Celebration.




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Zwaanendael Maritime Celebration: “A Sailor’s Life for Me” in Lewes, Del. over the 2018 Memorial Day weekend

Event provides visitors with an opportunity to experience seafaring lives of adventure, romance, excitement and hardships, and to honor mariners who made the ultimate sacrifice.





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 11 special events during June 2018

Programs on Delaware heroes of the War of 1812, dyeing fabrics 18th-century style, and Separation Day in New Castle to be featured.






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Delaware Senate passes concurrent resolution recognizing the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs’ accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums

Accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.




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“An Immigrant Story: Crossing the Atlantic in a 17th Century Sailing Ship” at the New Castle Court House Museum

Program will explore what life would be like for a two-month crossing of the Atlantic Ocean from Europe to the New World.





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 21 special events during September 2018

Native-American programming, Chautauqua shows and surviving the London Blitz among activities to be presented.




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Established Color” a Painting Exhibit by Thomas Del Porte

  On view from September 7-28, 2018 Free opening reception on Friday, September 7 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (August 28, 2018) – Established Color, an exhibition of paintings by Thomas Del Porte, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from September 7-28, 2018. Del Porte received a 2018 Fellowship Visual Arts: Painting. The artist […]




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Governor Carney, Diamond State Port Corporation, Gulftainer Sign Agreement to Expand Port of Wilmington

Lease agreement expected to create jobs, generate as much as $600 million in new investment WILMINGTON, Del. – On Tuesday, Governor John Carney, the Diamond State Port Corporation, and GT USA Wilmington, LLC finalized an agreement that will significantly expand the Port of Wilmington, create jobs, and lead to as much as $600 million of […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 14 special events during October 2018

Early 1900s music education, the life of Delaware patriot Caesar Rodney and walking tours of St. Peter’s cemetery in Lewes among topics to be explored.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 11 special events during November 2018

Changes to American society in the early 20th century, grave sites of notable New Castle veterans, and candle-making among topics to be explored.




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“Over There and Back Again!” program at Dover, Del.’s Old State House on Nov. 11, 2018

Lead historic-site-interpreter Gavin Malone will portray a World War I veteran discussing the differences in American society between the 1910s and the early 1920s.




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Delaware Angel Investor Tax Credit Applications Now Available

Refundable tax credit to encourage job creation, innovation WILMINGTON, Del. – Qualified investors and high-tech small businesses can now make use of Delaware’s newest program aimed at encouraging job creation and innovation. The Delaware Division of Small Business began Thursday accepting certification applications for the Angel Investor Tax Credit (AITC) at www.business.delaware.gov/incentives. “We are excited […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 15 special programs during the 2018 winter-holiday season

Ten holiday-themed activities among the programs to be offered.




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Delaware to Acquire Cooch’s Bridge Site, Continue Search for Remains of Revolutionary Soldiers Killed in Battle

Hallowed grounds believed to be the final resting place of some two dozen American soldiers who perished in the only major battle of the Revolutionary War fought in Delaware will soon become property of the state’s historic preservation agency, according to an agreement announced today.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor seven special events during January 2019

Highlights include activities celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, early jazz and the Avery’s Rest archaeological site.





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 14 special events during April 2019

Highlights include programs on the artist who created "His Master's Voice," the bombardment of Lewes and a festival at Fort Christina.




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Painting with Wood” by Robert Bruce Weston

On view from April 5-26, 2019 Free opening reception on Friday, April 5 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (April 1, 2019) – Painting with Wood, an exhibition of “wood veneer paintings” by Robert Bruce Weston, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from April 5-26, 2019. The artist will host a free opening reception […]




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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Plein Air” by Jim Rehak

On view from May 3-31, 2019 Free opening reception on Friday, May 3 at 5 p.m. Wilmington, Del. (April 23, 2019) – Plein Air, an exhibition of local landscape paintings by Jim Rehak, will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from May 3-31, 2019. The artist will host a free opening reception on Friday, […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor five special events during May 2019

Dover Days, A Day in Old New Castle and the Zwaanendael Maritime Festival among programs to be offered.





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor nine special events during June 2019

Separation Day, Black Music Month Celebration and a historic preservation symposium among programs to be offered.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 11 special events during July 2019

Programs on Independence Day, baseball Hall-of-Famer William “Judy” Johnson and campfires at the John Dickinson Plantation to be featured.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 13 special events during August 2019

Sherlock Holmes comes to Delaware, a screening of “How to Train Your Dragon—The Hidden World” and the history of women's suffrage in the First State to be featured.




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“How to Train Your Dragon—The Hidden World” to be screened at Movie Night at Buena Vista on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019

Free outdoor, family-fun event also includes activities and food.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 14 special events during September 2019

Chautauqua tent shows, Native-American programming and a historical play on Caesar Rodney among the activities to be presented.




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Customer Complaint Leads to Refunds for Delmarva Power Customers

Spurred by a single complaint from a customer, Delmarva Power will soon issue refunds to thousands of customers impacted by a recently identified billing error.





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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 10 special events during November 2019

Bayberry candle-making, grave sites of notable New Castle veterans and early recordings of classical music among topics to be explored.




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Parker’s Dairy Palace in New Castle, Del. added to the National Register of Historic Places

Vintage 1950s-era New Castle ice cream stand still dishing up soft serve.





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Delaware Veterans Home Second Annual Nursing Job Fair December 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Nurses of all practice levels are invited to the Delaware Veterans Home on Tuesday, Dec. 10, to hear more about opportunities to further their careers by serving those who served the nation.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor seven special events during January 2020

Highlights include a program on William Penn’s role in the founding of Dover, activities celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day and a concert by CoroAllegro.




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs museums closed on Dec. 24 and 25, 2019; and Jan. 1, 2020

Museums closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.





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Mahindra Introduces New Online Retail Channel Integrating Its Dealerships

The new website provides a 360-degree solution catering to the entire purchasing procedure which includes finance, insurance, exchange as well as accessories so that customers don't have to step out...




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BS6 Vespa Elegante 149 Details Revealed; Launch Soon

The details of the BS6 Vespa Elegante 149 are out. We believe the scooter will be launched in India soon.




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Hyundai Resumes Production At Chennai Plant, Makes 200 Cars On Day 1

Production has restarted at the company plant in Sriperumbudur, Chennai in 100 % compliance to social distancing apart from adhering to all State & Central Government guidelines.