Join Historic Lewes on Saturday, March 29, 2025, for the inaugural Cannon Ball, a gala supporting The Lewes Historical Society. This one-of-a-kind event will highlight the rich maritime history of our region and the significance of Historic Lewes’ Cannonball House Maritime Museum in the heart of downtown Lewes.
The gala will be taking place at the Lewes Yacht Club and will kick off at 5pm with a cocktail hour. Dinner, live music, Historic Lewes interpreters, a silent and live auction, and more will all be part of the evening! The evening will conclude at 9pm.
Please note, The Cannon Ball is black-tie optional.
The Lewes Yacht Club is located at 2701 Cedar St, Lewes, DE 19958
Tickets are $175 per person and can be purchased through the provided link on this page or CLICK HERE. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. Upon purchase of your ticket(s), you will automatically receive a receipt in your email. There are no physical tickets for this event. You will be asked to present your virtual tickets at the door. Please see below for more information about what your ticket(s) include.
The purchase of a gala ticket includes:
- Admission into the Cannon Ball
- Cocktail Hour with complimentary hors d’oeuvres (starting at 5pm). A cash bar (beer, wine, and liquor) will be available
- Seated Dinner. At time of ticket purchase, please indicate any food allergies and/or dietary restrictions of each guest. Assorted desserts will follow dinner.
- Interactions with historical interpreters, live music, dancing, and more!
- Opportunity to participate in the silent and live auctions
Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Sponsorships must be secured and paid for by Friday, March 14th. For more information regarding sponsorship opportunities, please contact Natalie Bennett, Director of Development and Grants at natalie@historiclewes.org or 302-645-7670 ext. 204
Can’t make it to the gala but would still like to support our fundraiser? You will be able to select the DONATE button through the ticketing page. CLICK HERE if you wish to donate. Thank you for your support!
About The Lewes Historical Society: Founded in 1962, The Lewes Historical Society (Historic Lewes) promotes and advocates the preservation, interpretation, and cultural enrichment of the Lewes region, through museum exhibits, educational programs, historical research, and publications.
Gala Ticketing Link: https://givebutter.com/wBUWk9