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What's Happening
Experience the best of Lewes history and culture through our upcoming events and special programs.
2026 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
June 6 @ 9:00 am
This family-fun event features over 75 sea glass and coastal artists, sea glass history and identification experts, education, lectures, the largest sea glass exhibit in the area, live music, food, and more!
Do More 24 Campaign, At the Sussex Tavern
March 5 @ 6:00 pm
Do More 24 Delaware is a 24-hour day of giving designed to help nonprofits raise more money and engage new donors. We are excited to be participating in this impactful event!
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
Membership & Support
Through fascinating exhibitions, tours, programs, resources, and events, Historic Lewes connects people to Delaware history and to each other.
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