Kennett Township in Hockessin in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Where are the Lenape Now?

Station 13

Photographed by Pete Skillman, November 5, 2024

1. Where are the Lenape Now? Marker

Inscription. As European settlers began arriving on the continent, they introduced diseases and sought resources in the "New World." These diseases devastated Lenape communities, leading survivors to sign numerous treaties with the colonists that compelled them to relocate from their sacred lands to the western territories. Despite these hardships, the Lenape are survived by their descendants, who are actively endeavoring to elevate their history in historical discourse. In Delaware, they are presently centered in central Kent County, striving to actively involve their community through educational, social, and cultural initiatives.

Erected by Ashland Nature Center.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Indigenous Peoples and Communities • Settlements & Settlers.

Location. 39° 47.822′ N, 75° 39.608′ W. Marker is in Hockessin, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Kennett Township. It can be reached from Barley Mill Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3507 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin DE 19707, United States of America.

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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Wilmington and in Greater Philadelphia.

It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic

and on the Delmarva Peninsula.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Longhouse (within shouting distance of this marker); The Black Willow Tree (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Fishing Weir (about 400 feet away); The Marsh and Cattails (about 500 feet away); Spice Bush (about 500 feet away); The Black Cherry Tree (about 500 feet away); The Black Walnut Tree (about 500 feet away); Deer Hunting (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hockessin.

More about this marker. This marker is part of the Lenni Lenape Trail at Ashland Nature Center.

Also see . . . Ashland Nature Center. (Submitted on November 16, 2024, by Pete Skillman of Townsend, Delaware.)

Where are the Lenape Now? Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Pete Skillman, November 5, 2024

2. Where are the Lenape Now? Marker - wide view

Credits. This page was last revised on November 16, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 5, 2024, by Pete Skillman of Townsend, Delaware. This page has been viewed 204 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 5, 2024, by Pete Skillman of Townsend, Delaware.