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Experience the best of Lewes history and culture through our upcoming events and special programs.
The British Invasion Concert: From Blockade to the Beatles
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Under Enemy Guns: Lewes & Blockade in the War of 1812
Step back into 1813 as Lewes defies the might of Great Britain’s Royal Navy. Commodore John P. Beresford and his squadron of warships fly the colors of the British Empire just offshore, and the town is threatened by enemy guns. This one-day event commemorates old Lewestown’s spirited resistance at…
Take a Step Back in Time
The Lewes Historical Society promotes and advocates the preservation, interpretation, and cultural enrichment of the Lewes region through museum exhibits, educational programs, historical research, and publications.
Plan Your VisitExplore Our Locations
History Museum & Archives
101 Adams Avenue
Lewes, DE 19958
Historic Lewes Town Campus
110 Shipcarpenter Street
Lewes, DE 19958
Cannonball House Maritime Museum
118 Front Street
Lewes, DE 19958
Ryves Holt House Museum & Mercantile
218 Second Street
Lewes, Delaware 19958
U.S. Life-Saving Service Boat House
229 Pilottown Road
Lewes, DE 19958
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Through fascinating exhibitions, tours, programs, resources, and events, Historic Lewes connects people to Delaware history and to each other.
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