Historical Markers and War Memorials in Newport, Delaware
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On Maryland Avenue (Delaware Route 4) at Ashley Place, on the right when traveling east 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 m196413) 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 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 m169032) 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 m168199) 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 Highway (Delaware Route 2), on the right when traveling north.
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 m168674) HM
On Newport Road, 0.1 miles north of Kiamensi Road, on the right when traveling north.
From September 4-9, 1777, approximately 11,000 men under the command of George Washington encamped on the grounds of what later became Delcastle Technical High School. The American army occupied a strong defensive position on the east side of Red . . . — — Map (db m240841) HM
