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Historical Markers and War Memorials in New Castle County, Delaware
Adjacent to New Castle County, Delaware
▶ Kent County(210) ▶ Cecil County, Maryland(164) ▶ Kent County, Maryland(85) ▶ Gloucester County, New Jersey(52) ▶ Salem County, New Jersey(114) ▶ Chester County, Pennsylvania(232) ▶ Delaware County, Pennsylvania(194)
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On The Green north of East Park Place, on the left when traveling south.
Kent Residence Hall, constructed in 1956, is named after Kent County, located in the central part of Delaware and home of the First State's capital city of Dover.
The adjoining Kent Dining Hall predates the residence hall by 31 years. The . . . — — Map (db m154027) HM
Near The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the left when traveling south.
This laboratory is named for Lammot du Pont (1831-1884), a gifted scientist and grandson of the founder of the DuPont Company. His many talents resulted in new products and enhancements to the company's operation.
Recognized as a skilled . . . — — Map (db m130514) HM
On The Green north of East Park Place, on the right when traveling south.
This building is named for the small southern Delaware town of Laurel, the birthplace of Mary Wooten Carpenter. Her Husband, Walter S. Carpenter Jr., who served as President of the University of Delaware Board of Trustees from 1959-62, supported . . . — — Map (db m153415) HM
On Sunset Lake Road (Delaware Route 72) south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
The great debt we owe the French people was repaid 136 years later during the First World War when the American Expeditionary Force arrived in France. On July 4, 1917, American troops marched through Paris, ending at the grave of Lafayette. At . . . — — Map (db m156795) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
Delaware boundaries are made up of three distinct lines.
* The 12-mile radius, surveyed 1701.
** The Transpeninsular Line, surveyed 1751.
*** The Mason-Dixon Line, surveyed 1763.
All the lines were completed even before Delaware became a . . . — — Map (db m156796) HM
On Kirkwood Highway (Delaware Route 2) at Old Possum Park Road, on the right when traveling west on Kirkwood Highway.
In the late 18th century a paper mill was established by Thomas Meeteer on the banks of nearby White Clay Creek. In later years Thomas was succeeded in business by his sons Samuel and William. the property on which this house stands was purchased by . . . — — Map (db m154972) HM
Located at the heart of The Green, Memorial Hall is a welcoming landmark and a signature building of the University of Delaware. The University community marks the passage of time by carillon music from atop the building, including hourly chimes, . . . — — Map (db m154917) HM WM
On South College Avenue at Kent Way, on the right when traveling north on South College Avenue.
The University of Delaware has a proud legacy of being a teaching University and accordingly, acknowledges faculty who are distinguished by their contributions of teaching excellence and mentorship of students. The first member of the University's . . . — — Map (db m154180) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
What is Milling?
Milling is a process of taking whole bulbs, tubers, nuts, seeds, grains or other foods from its original size to a smaller size by pounding, grinding or rolling it until it is the consistency of a meal, flour or powder. . . . — — Map (db m156797) HM
On New London Road (Delaware Route 896), on the right when traveling north.
Mt. Zion Union UAME was founded in 1868 in an abandoned blacksmith shop near Boogle Run at the corner of New London Rd and Ray St. Congregants walked three miles to St. Daniels UAME in Iron Hill before the establishment of Mt. Zion. In 1869 the . . . — — Map (db m154881) HM
On The Green north of East Park Place, on the left when traveling north.
This residence hall is named for the northernmost of Delaware's three counties, New Castle County. The City of Newark lies within its boundaries.
The dormitory was constructed with state funding in 1925, in response to the expansion of the . . . — — Map (db m131154) HM
On Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273) at Haines Street, on the right when traveling east on Delaware Avenue. Reported missing.
In 1893 a group of Newark women established a literary and social organization known as the Tuesday Club. Later renamed the New Century Club, the organization became part of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. Committed to matters of civic . . . — — Map (db m154776) HM
The first documented public school for African-American youth in the Newark community was established in 1867 by the Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen and Abandoned Lands. This was one of several schools established in Delaware during the post-Civil War . . . — — Map (db m154662) HM
On Cleveland Avenue at New London Road (Delaware Route 896), on the right when traveling east on Cleveland Avenue.
The African American New London Road community can be traced back to 1786 when free black families began settling in the area. The community clustered around New London Road and was bounded by Cleveland Avenue to the south and Corbit and Ray Streets . . . — — Map (db m154318) HM
On Academy Street at E. Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Academy Street.
Founded at New London, Pennsylvania, in 1741 by Rev. Dr. Francis Alison, removed in 1752 to Cecil County, Md., and in 1767 to Newark. Chartered by Thomas and Richard Penn 1769. Closed from 1777 to 1780 on account of Revolutionary War. Merged with . . . — — Map (db m9781) HM
Near S, College Ave., on the right when traveling north.
Designed by architect and engineer S.T. Fuller, the Newark Passenger Railroad Station was built in 1877 at a cost of over $9,000.00 by the Philadelphia, Willimgton and Baltimore Railroad (P. W. & B) to replace an earlier frame building. An article . . . — — Map (db m149636) HM
On E. Main Street, on the left when traveling west.
By 1799 a small group of Methodists was organized and meeting in the homes of its members in the Newark area. Desiring a permanent place of worship, the congregation built the town's first church building on land that was provided by Isaac Tyson at . . . — — Map (db m9897) HM
On New London Road (Delaware Route 896) at Corbit Street, on the right when traveling south on New London Road.
[photo caption]
Circa-1900 view of the New London area looking northwest from the intersection of W. Main Street and New London Road.
University of Delaware Special Collections
You are standing in the heart of Newark's New London . . . — — Map (db m154931) HM
Near Main Street (Delaware Route 273) near The Green, on the right when traveling west.
1917 [Delaware state seal] 1918
In honor
of the men of
rural New Castle
County
who entered the
military service of
their country
on this spot during
the World War
This tablet
is erected by the
University of . . . — — Map (db m154808) WM
On E. Main Steet (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling west.
This building contained a chapel (called the Oratory) class, dormitory, dining, administrative, and student society rooms. Newark College chartered February 5, 1833, opened its doors for instruction May 8, 1834. Name changed to Delaware College . . . — — Map (db m154610) HM
On E. Main Street, on the left when traveling west.
The origins of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows can be traced to the creation of beneficial trade societies in England. Composed of craftsmen who practiced a variety of different or "odd" occupations, the purpose of these organizations was to . . . — — Map (db m9898) HM
White Clay Creek Church existed prior to 1718, meeting in a small log cabin at this site. The area became known as Meeting House Hill. In 1721, White Clay Meeting formally became the White Clay Creek Congregation. Rev. Thomas Craighead purchased 402 . . . — — Map (db m142498) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
The Pencader Heritage Museum and Research Center highlights artifacts that reflect life in Pencader Hundred from the Colonial Era through the Afghanistan War. Our rotating displays reveal the rich heritage to be found in this area. We have items of . . . — — Map (db m156798)
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling north.
Pierre S. du Pont can fairly be described as the founder of the modern University of Delaware. In 1915, he donated the money to purchase the land that is now The Green, which physically unified Delaware College and Women's College.
President of . . . — — Map (db m131108) HM
On Sunset Lake Road (Delaware Route 72) south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
The flagpole and flag were placed here to memorialize the commitment of the Coach family that has spent generations preserving the area of the Battlefield.
[Inscription under the photo in the upper left] The Cooch family has resided at . . . — — Map (db m155829) HM
On W. Cleveland Ave., on the right when traveling east.
The Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World was formally organized in 1898. Designed to promote civic improvements, the IBPOEW is one of the largest fraternal organizations of its type in the world. Responding to the request of a . . . — — Map (db m9974) HM
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling north.
In 1871, Theodore Wolf joined Delaware College as a 21-year-old Professor of Chemistry, fresh from receiving his doctorate at the University of Heidelberg, Germany.
Professor Wolf was a demanding but innovative and popular teacher. He worked to . . . — — Map (db m131112) HM
Dedicated by Governor Jack A. Markell and the Military Order of the Purple Heart
Department of Delaware
July 27, 2011
The National Purple Heart Trail memorializes those heroic soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines who have had the . . . — — Map (db m145360) WM
On W. Main Street (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling west.
Completed in 1886, this was the home and place of business of Theodore F. Armstrong, a prominent local merchant and civic leader. Reflecting the growing prosperity of the community and its residents, this hybrid of Queen Anne and Gothic architecture . . . — — Map (db m130149) HM
Near Academy Street south of Lovett Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Francis Alison came to America from Ireland in 1735 and served as a Presbyterian minister in New London, Pennsylvania, from 1736-52. In 1743, he started a free school there to which the University of Delaware traces its origin. His first class, . . . — — Map (db m153982) HM
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the left when traveling north.
Robert ("Bob") Gore was a University of Delaware undergraduate studying chemical engineering when he invented GoreTexⓇ. This polymer material became key to the success of W.L. Gore and Associates, a company that Bob's father, Wilbert L. Gore, . . . — — Map (db m154281) HM
The origin of Methodism in this part of Delaware can be traced to the early 1770's when a Methodist Society was organized and began meeting in the home of Isaac Hersey, a prominent farmer and miller. Through the efforts of Hersey's step-son William . . . — — Map (db m94281) HM
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the left when traveling north.
In 1914, Samuel Chiles Mitchell was elected the 16th President of what was then known as Delaware College, now the University of Delaware.
During his six-year tenure as President, the Women's College was opened; the central campus was planned; . . . — — Map (db m131105) HM
On The Green north of East Park Place, on the left when traveling south.
Squire Hall is named for Francis Hagar Squire, a popular Professor of History at the University from 1927-56, who also served as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences from 1945-56.
Professor Squire helped establish the master's degree . . . — — Map (db m154028) HM
On Hillside Road at New London Road Rt. 896, on the right when traveling south on Hillside Road.
This congregation was organized circa 1848. Early meetings were held in a log cabin at this location on land that was conveyed to trustees of the "Protestant Methodist Church" in 1850. In 1866 the members of the First Colored Methodist Protestant . . . — — Map (db m9968) HM
On Chapel Street near E. Main Street (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling north.
In 1868, the original Old Village Presbyterian Church, which stood on this location, was purchased by Charles A. Murphey. The property was donated to the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, and the church was named St. Patrick's. It became a mission of . . . — — Map (db m130170) HM
On The Green north of East Park Place when traveling south.
This residence hall is named after Delaware's southernmost county and is one of the oldest buildings on the south Green. Sussex Hall was completed in 1917 and was built with an appropriation from the Delaware General Assembly. It was the second . . . — — Map (db m131152) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
On 3 September 1777, approximately 800 Americans forming the “Special Corps” of Brigadier General William Maxwell engaged several thousand Hessian and Anspach “Jagers” (light infantry) and British light infantry in the . . . — — Map (db m157139) HM
On Sunset Lake Road (Delaware Route 72), on the right when traveling south.
On 3 September 1777, approximately 800 Americans forming the “Special Corps” of Brigadier General William Maxwell engaged several thousand Hessian and Anspach “Jagers” (light infantry) and British light infantry in the . . . — — Map (db m157140) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
On September 3, 1777 over 800 Americans forming the Light Infantry Corps of Brigadier General William Maxwell engaged about 2,000 British Light Infantry and Hessian and Anspach "Jδgers" (light infantry) in a series of skirmishes ending at . . . — — Map (db m157141) HM
Top Panel: A historic house leaves, then returns to the family. The story of the Chambers House begins in 1775 when Benjamin Chambers bought 250 acres of land and set up a sawmill on nearby White Clay Creek. His son Joseph built this house . . . — — Map (db m72723) HM
The Diamonds Walkway recognizes donors who make leadership level gifts to the University of Delaware for five consecutive years as members of the
Delaware Diamonds Society. Each brick in the walkway is inscribed to recognize the generosity of our . . . — — Map (db m154614) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
What is a Hundred?
A hundred is an old English subdivision of a county. Although the origin is somewhat shrouded in mystery [,] basically it was a tract of land large enough to provide a hundred men to serve in the kings wars. In American . . . — — Map (db m156916) HM
Near Polly Drummond Hill Road 0.2 miles north of Kirkwood Highway.
Built in the 1790s, this 2½ story gray fieldstone house is the former home of Judge Hugh M. Morris. Morris was a Delaware native, respected attorney and distinguished federal judge. He purchased the house and a large parcel of land here in . . . — — Map (db m39506) HM
Near South College Avenue north of Sunset Road, on the right when traveling north.
The beauty of the surrounding landscape on the University's South Green is the result of careful planning in the 1920s by one of the first female landscape architects in the United States, Marian Cruger Coffin. Miss Coffin designed and directed . . . — — Map (db m154197) HM
On Dayett Mills Road south of Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
In August 1777, British forces under the command of General William Howe landed at the Head of Maryland's Elk River. Their goal was the capture of Philadelphia, the capital of the young republic. On September 3, advancing troops were engaged by an . . . — — Map (db m156810) HM
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling north.
In 1995, to celebrate the fifth anniversary of President David Roselle and his wife, Louise, at the University of Delaware, the Board of Trustees chose to name this section of campus, long known as The Grove, in recognition of the Roselles' service. . . . — — Map (db m154674) HM
The Royal Deux-Ponts was a German-speaking infantry regiment in the French Expeditionary Force under the Comte de Rochambeau. Rochambeaus forces embarked from France in March 1780, and arrived in Newport, Rhode Island, in July. The regiment was . . . — — Map (db m139927) HM
On New London Road Rt. 896 north of Hopkins Bridge Road, on the right when traveling north.
The wedge-shape tract, west of the Maryland and Delaware curve, consists of approximately 800 acres of land. For more than a century, the property was claimed by Pennsylvania but governed by Delaware. In 1889, a joint committee appointed from both . . . — — Map (db m9961) HM
The University of Delaware traces its origins to a school founded by the Rev. Francis Alison in 1743, which later became the Academy of Newark. In 1833, the state of Delaware chartered its first institute of higher education, called Newark . . . — — Map (db m154335) HM
On The Green south of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the right when traveling south.
The University of Delaware traces its origins to a school founded by the Rev. Francis Alison in 1743, which later became the Academy of Newark. In 1833, the state of Delaware chartered its first institute of higher education, called Newark . . . — — Map (db m154472) HM
On E. Main Street at Academy Street, on the left when traveling west on E. Main Street.
In memory of the men from Newark who gave their lives in World War II and in honor of those who served in the great wars Ralph E. Adams Woodrow W. Gravenor Harold N. Sheaffer Robert G. Allen Charles W. Greer, Jr. Ralph R. Skillman James . . . — — Map (db m9901) WM
On Elkton Road at West Park Place, on the right on Elkton Road.
Victor Gazaway Willis was born April 12, 1876 and spent his youth and much of his life in Newark, Delaware. He attended and played baseball for Delaware College (now the University of Delaware) in 1897. The Delaware Peach," as he was known, became . . . — — Map (db m92141) HM
A Victorious Allied Army Passed Here-1781 was a momentous year for the United States. A French Army, led by General Rochambeau, had arrived in Rhode Island in July 1780. By June 1781, it was ready to join the U.S. Continental Army against the . . . — — Map (db m140088) HM
On Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling west.
Generals Washington, Greene and Lafayette came to Iron Hill, August 26, 1777 in hope of viewing British army then landing along Elk River. Only a few tents could be seen. A heavy storm coming up, they spent the night in a nearby farm house. — — Map (db m9778) HM
On Robert L. Melson Lane near Whitaker Road, on the left when traveling north.
One of the first tasks the Welsh performed was the establishment of two houses of worship. Among the Welsh were both Baptist and Presbyterian and the Baptist built their church on the north side of Iron Hill in 1703. Rebuilt in 1746, it remains in . . . — — Map (db m158217) HM
On The Green north of East Delaware Avenue (Delaware Route 273), on the left when traveling north.
Wilbur Owen Sypherd served as President of the University from 1944-46, and his administration accomplished much, including a major reorganization of the University's administrative structure, reinstituting coeducation and strengthening the . . . — — Map (db m131116) HM
Near South College Avenue at Kent Way, on the right when traveling north.
Resembling a bird in flight, Wings of Thought by Richard Deutsch celebrates the University of Delaware's long history and its abiding commitment to academic excellence.
Honoring its founder, the Reverend Francis Alison, as well as the . . . — — Map (db m154834) HM
On The Green north of East Park Place, on the right when traveling south.
When Winifred J. Robinson became the first Dean of the Women's College in 1914, the school consisted of a muddy field and two buildings under construction on what is now the south lawn of The Green.
Dr. Robinson visited every Delaware high . . . — — Map (db m131147) HM
On Dayett Mills Road near Old Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling south.
Left Column Welsh Tract Church William Penn granted a 30,000 acre tract of land to three Welshmen, (David Evans, William Davis, and William Willis) in 1701. They and their followers had left southern Wales in search of religious freedom. . . . — — Map (db m156971) HM
On Maryland Avenue at Ashley Place on Maryland Avenue.
Ashton Richardson built Ashley Mansion in 1804 on land he inherited from his father. A prominent Quaker, Ashton Richardson owned several milling operations and was considered one of the most eligible bachelors in the area. after marrying in 1807, . . . — — Map (db m13556) HM
On Faulkland Road (Delaware Route 34) at Newport Gap Pike (Delaware Route 41), on the left when traveling west on Faulkland Road.
A fashionable spa and hotel was located on this site from 1827-1853. Distinguished personalities, such as Henry Clay, came for relaxation and enjoyment. T.U. Walter, the architect of the U.S. Capitol, designed and remodeled the hotel buildings. . . . — — Map (db m145424) HM
On Faulkland Road (Delaware Route 34) at W. Oakland Drive, on the left when traveling west on Faulkland Road.
First established May, 1861. The Fourth Regiment Delaware Volunteer Infantry camped here June to October 1862, whence they moved to a camp of the same name near Kennett Pike. The remustered First Delaware Regiment camped here in early February 1864, . . . — — Map (db m145423) HM
On Faulkland Road (Delaware Route 34), on the left when traveling west.
Constructed in 1749, the area is home to one of the earliest mill sites on the Red Clay Creek. A three-story flour mill once served as the center of activity on the site, and was the location of Oliver Evans first automated flour mill operation. In . . . — — Map (db m145422) HM
On Greenbank Rd 0.1 miles from Newport Gap Pike (Delaware Route 41), on the left when traveling east.
This frame grist mill, located on the Red Clay Creek, said to be on the site of an old Swedish mill, was operated continuously by water power from 1790 until 1969. The mill race, floodgates and dam are still intact. — — Map (db m43403) HM
On South Augustine Street at East Market Street (Delaware Route 4) on South Augustine Street.
To those who have served in peace, we are thankful for their steady watch and perserverance. To those who have seen battle, we know there are no unwounded comrades.
For those who gave their lives that others may live theirs freely, we are . . . — — Map (db m154169) WM
On E. Market St. (Delaware Route 4) just east of N. Walnut St., on the right when traveling east.
Born in Newport, Delaware, September 13, 1755, son of Charles and Ann Stalcop Evans. Invented automatic machinery for flour mills; first high-pressure steam engine adapted to commercial use in America; and first American land vehicle to move under . . . — — Map (db m54481) HM
Tradition states that a young Irish immigrant moved to the local area in 1786 and sought out a Methodist minister from Wilmington to preach in Newport. By the early nineteenth century, a permanent Methodist Society had been established in the area. . . . — — Map (db m92147) HM
On Kiamensi Ave. at Newport Rd., on the right when traveling south on Kiamensi Ave..
In 1975 William Julius “Judy” Johnson became the first Delawarean elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. During his career, 1921 through 1936, Johnson was considered the best third baseman in the Negro Leagues. In 1935, Johnson . . . — — Map (db m145811) HM
On Newport Gap Pike (Delaware Route 41) 0.1 miles north of Kirkwood Hwy (Delaware Route 2).
The Wilmington and Western Railroad. A 20-mile track between Wilmington and Landenberg (PA) was built in 1872 to furnish passenger and freight service to the communities and industry along the red clay valley. In 1883, the Baltimore and Ohio . . . — — Map (db m46805) HM
On Main Street 0.1 miles west of US 13 South, on the right when traveling east.
Believed to be one of the smallest Quaker Meeting Houses in the nation, the Appoquinimink Friends Meeting House was built in 1785 by David Wilson and presented to the Friends as a gift. Local tradition identifies this structure as a stop on the . . . — — Map (db m10308) HM
On Rt. 299 Old State Road at Taylor Bridge Road, on the right when traveling east on Rt. 299 Old State Road.
Delaware clock-maker of great distinction and silversmith lived and labored here for about thirty years until his death in 1797. Was a prominent member of Old Drawyers Presbyterian Church. Made contract with State of Delaware in 1776 for manufacture . . . — — Map (db m10541) HM
Indian Village Appoquinimi. Part of large grant to Alexander D'Hinoyessa, vice-director of New Amstel. Edmund Cantwell second owner of tract, 1673. Village named Cantwell's Bridge, 1731. Once important grain shipping center. Named Odessa 1855, after . . . — — Map (db m10307) HM
Near US 13 1 mile north of High Street, on the right when traveling south.
The history of this congregation may be traced to the 1670s, when Dutch and Swedish members of the "Reformed Church" were gathering locally for worship. By the first decade of the 18th century the settlement of persons largely of Scottish descent . . . — — Map (db m10538) HM
In 1831, a Methodist Society was organized in this community. The congregation was incorporated as Cantwell's Bridge Methodist Episcopal Church in 1832. A small meeting house known as "Brickbat Church" was subsequently constructed on land provided . . . — — Map (db m10539) HM
Near Washington Boulevard 0.2 miles south of Shipley Road.
Rockwood Mansion was completed in 1854 as the retirement home of Wilmington native Joseph Shipley. Shipley amassed his fortune as a merchant banker while living in Liverpool, England. Joseph Shipley hired Liverpool architect George Williams to . . . — — Map (db m13612) HM
Near Liberty Street, on the right when traveling north.
Left Panel The European Markets Port Penn once figured prominently in world markets. As the supply of beaver fur in the American West declined, European demand for quality fur remained high. toward the end of the 19th century, muskrat . . . — — Map (db m10435) HM
On Market Street at Stewart St., on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
[Left Panel:]
Sacred Spaces in Secular Places
Two congregations formed in Port Penn. Members of the Presbyterian Church were primarily of European descent and dominated the local economy and society. The congregation of St. David's . . . — — Map (db m10395) HM
On St. Augustine Road Rt. 9, on the right when traveling north.
In 1875, Congress approved funding to build several lighthouses along this segment of the Delaware River. This site was purchased in April 1876, and by December the Port Penn Front Range Light was completed. Constructed under the direction of the . . . — — Map (db m10536) HM
On Market Street at Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Left Panel State Stewardship: Linking People, Culture and Environment After operating the museum for fifteen years, the Port Penn Area Historical Society transferred the schoolhouse museum to the Division of Parks and Recreation in 1991. . . . — — Map (db m10430) HM
On Market Street at Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Left Panel Local Goods, Global Markets In the changing economy of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, small towns looked for ways to survive. Port Penn's livelihood depended on exporting local agricultural goods to major markets miles . . . — — Map (db m10396) HM
On Congress St. at Market Street, on the right when traveling north on Congress St..
[Left Panel:]
Changing Times in Port Penn
Following construction of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (c.1829) a few miles to the north, major shipping began to bypass Port Penn. The town still managed to provide local agricultural . . . — — Map (db m10388) HM
On N. Congress St. 0.1 miles north of Market Street, on the left when traveling north.
Left Panel Mail Order Houses Buildings ordered from Sears, Roebuck and Company came as a complete set of pre-cut lumber for assembly on-site. The company's "Honor-Bilt" system allowed buyers to erect homes at relatively low cost. People . . . — — Map (db m10391) HM
On Stewart Street, on the right when traveling south.
Left Panel Flemish Bond: Strength and Beauty The handsome brick pattern on the Stewart House is common on early 18th-century buildings. Flemish bond is achieved by overlapping bricks like a woven fabric. Although a labor-intensive . . . — — Map (db m10392) HM
Port Penns name is attributed to a visit that William Penn made to the area in 1682. Dr. David Stewart founded Port Penn in the 1760s and laid out the town in a grid pattern. A protected deep water harbor and access to an active peach and grain . . . — — Map (db m140576) HM
Port Penn is a community connected to its wetland landscape. Seasonal changes bring about changes in the lifestyles of Port Penners themselves. Autumn waterfowl hunting and winter muskrat trapping lead into spring shad runs and summer sturgeon . . . — — Map (db m10438) HM
On Mt. Lebanon Road, on the left when traveling east.
This congregation was organized in 1812. For a number of years services were conducted by Methodist “circuit riders” in members homes and local schools. On March 7, 1834, Thomas and Hannah Aldred donated land at this location on which . . . — — Map (db m92282) HM
On Rockland Road, on the left when traveling west.
The site of the Rockland Mill Village is one of the earliest and longest-functioning mill seats on the Brandywine. Grist milling commenced c.1724 and was replaced by a fulling and cotton mill c.1735. Paper was the primary product of the mill . . . — — Map (db m128082) HM
On Smyrna Landing Road 0.2 miles south of Paddock Road, on the right when traveling north.
Built in the mid-eighteenth century by Captain David Clark, Clearfield Farm was the home of his grandson John Clark (1761 -1821), Governor of Delaware from 1817 -1820. John Clark served as Colonel in the Delaware Militia and as Justice of the Peace . . . — — Map (db m69112) HM
On Stanton-Christiana Road 0.3 miles north of Ogletown-Stanton Road, on the right when traveling north.
George Washington's "General Staff Headquarters" on September 6, 1777. Here Generals Washington, Lafayette, Wayne, Maxwell, Sullivan, and Greene planned defense of Wilmington. House built circa 1750 by Samuel Hale. Owner 1776 - Daniel Byrnes - a . . . — — Map (db m13555) HM
On Blackbird Forest Road, on the left when traveling west.
The passage of the Public School Law of 1829 brought free public education to Delaware and divided the state into many small districts overseen by county superintendents. Blackbird District No. 60 was first noted in the record of an Annual Meeting . . . — — Map (db m94186) HM
On Union Church Road 0.1 miles east of US 13, on the right when traveling west.
A log church was built here in 1789 on land donated by Joseph Dickinson. The church was named "Dickinson's Chapel" in his honor. Francis Asbury and many other pioneers of American Methodism conducted services here. Levi Scott, a native of this area . . . — — Map (db m10608) HM
On Blackbird Forest Road, on the right when traveling west.
Scott Church and its congregation grew from a Sunday school that was started in Blackbird in 1886. By 1898, the church was incorporated and a site for the church was purchased. Construction began in 1899 and the church was dedicated on Sunday, . . . — — Map (db m94187) HM
On Fleming Landing Rd. 0.1 miles south of Taylor Bridge Road, on the left when traveling south.
On April 5, 1923 a frame schoolhouse located nearby was destroyed by a storm. Within two weeks the General Assembley appropriated $5,000 to construct a new school. Although the amount proved to be inadequate, P.S. duPont, through the Delaware School . . . — — Map (db m10596) HM
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