The 1960s Renaissance of Delaware’s State Parks
Delaware’s 1960s saw a surge in state park creations, fueled by federal funds, estate donations, and public engagement, enriching community life.
Dave Tabler
Community College Evolution in Delaware
Exploring the rise of community colleges in Delaware, highlighting their journey from accessible education providers to diverse learning hubs.
Linking New Jersey and Delaware. Finally
The Delaware Memorial Bridge, inaugurated in 1951, revolutionized East Coast travel, symbolizing regional unity and engineering innovation.
Wilderness Wanderer to Wetland Warrior
Edmund H. “Ted” Harvey transitions from aimless wanderer to dedicated conservationist, safeguarding Delaware’s wetlands and swamps.
Family Ingenuity and the Fabric of Innovation
Exploring Gore-Tex’s 1960s origins through the lens of family ingenuity, detailing the Gores’ discovery of ePTFE, and its enduring industrial impact.
The American Liberty League’s Stand Against The New Deal
The American Liberty League, backed by Irenee du Pont and major corporations, opposed FDR’s New Deal, marking early US conservative movements.
A Maritime Gateway’s Tides of Change
Indian River Bay Inlet, a historic gateway, fueled Delaware’s early development and maritime industry, facing challenges from nature’s silt.
The 1912 Exhibition that Birthed the Delaware Art Museum
1912 Wilmington art exhibit, showcasing Howard Pyle’s legacy and his students’ work, catalyzes the inception of the Delaware Art Museum.
Festive Fairs Flourish, Fanning Farming’s Flame
Delaware’s agricultural fair tradition, from 1763 gatherings to today’s state fair, showcases enduring community, farming innovations, and the adaptation over centuries.
Eminent Domain Builds an Airfield
1941: U.S. Senate funds DE’s first public airstrip at Hare’s Corner. USAAF takes over, renaming it New Castle Army Air Base amid WWII fears.