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Explore 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
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.
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Explore with our expert guides, dive into our exhibitions and thematic programs, and discover Lewes history.
2025 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
Join the Lewes Historical Society for the 18th Annual Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, 2025, for a weekend filled with creativity, coastal vibes, and unique treasures waiting to be discovered.
Shanty Fest
Join Historic Lewes for a festival celebrating the maritime traditions of Lewes and the sea through music, art, and history. Highlights include art from scrimshaw to tattoos, historical demonstrations and crafts, and a robust slate of bands performing music of the sea, headlined by The…
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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