Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Fall Market

Join us for the Fall Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your autumn gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the harvest season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Lewes Elementary School Parking

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Lewes Friends English Country Dancers welcomes all to party like it is 1776! 

Our Assembly will dance the same steps to the very same music as did Lewes Towners 250 years before us!

This program is designed for folks who have never danced this style.

Afterwards the University of  DE sponsors the Happy Hour at The Rose & Crown, across the street.  Then after the good fellowship proceed outside for the famous Lewes Town Block Party!

With Special Community Guests: Lightship Overfall's Foundation and the University of Delaware Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Admission: Free

Come in period attire, or come as you are

Experience one of Lewes’s most cherished holiday traditions! During Merchants’ Hospitality Night, the shops and restaurants of the historic Second Street district open their doors with festive treats, music, and holiday cheer.

Santa will be in residence at his house on Second Street from 5:00 – 6:30 PM, and the Lewes 250 commemorative Christmas tree will be on display inside Santa’s House.

Lewes 250 commemorative merchandise will be available for purchase that evening at the Ryves Holt House (213 Second Street).

Second Street will be closed to traffic beginning at 4:00 PM.

Shop with local artists and farms for holiday gifts, explore the greenery and decorations barn sale, and sample historic chocolate, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live interpreters, refreshments at the Sussex Tavern, and festive food vendors while celebrating the season in Historic Lewes.

Location:  110 Shipcarpenter Street, Lewes, DE

Dates:
- Friday, December 5 | 4 p.m.–7 p.m.
- Saturday, December 6 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Admission: Free

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Website: https://www.historiclewes.org/

The Last Fall Market of the season

Join us for the Fall Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your autumn gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the harvest season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Lewes Elementary School Parking

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Shop with local artists and farms for holiday gifts, explore the greenery and decorations barn sale, and sample historic chocolate, coffee, and tea. Enjoy live interpreters, refreshments at the Sussex Tavern, and festive food vendors while celebrating the season in Historic Lewes.

Location:  110 Shipcarpenter Street, Lewes, DE

Dates:
- Friday, December 5 | 4 p.m.–7 p.m.
- Saturday, December 6 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Admission: Free

Celebrate the holiday season with one of Lewes’s most beloved traditions—the Holiday House Tour of Lewes, hosted by Historic Lewes. Step inside ten beautifully decorated private homes and two public buildings, including the historic DAR House and the first-floor lobby of The Lodge. Each stop showcases festive décor and historic charm, offering a rare glimpse into Lewes’s unique architectural heritage.

Your Holiday House Tour Ticket includes:

• One-time admission to all ten featured homes and public buildings

• A detailed printed guidebook describing each property

• Free admission to the Holiday Village & Market at 110 Shipcarpenter Street

Admission: $50 – Available at HistoricLewes.org

Location:  Various Historic Homes throughout Lewes

Join the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) for a festive day at the historic Maull House. Enjoy delicious homemade treats at the annual bake sale and take a docent-led tour of this beloved Lewes landmark.

A fun and educational event for all ages!

This year’s theme: Lewes Celebrates American’s 250th anniversary of independence.

The 93 rd Annual Lewes Christmas parade, presented by the City of Lewes and the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, takes place on December 6, 2025 at 5 pm (Rain/Snow Date: Sunday, December 7 at the same time.)

The Honorary Grand Marshall is Warren Golde, who 24 years ago founded Lewes in Bloom, a volunteer organization beautifying the public gardens and spaces throughout Lewes-parks, streets and even the drawbridge! At the parade’s conclusion, the official Lewes Christmas tree in Zwaanendael Park will be lit by Lewes Mayor Amy Marasco, followed by candlelight caroling, led by Christy Taylor and some of her music school students.

Parade kicks off at 5 pm at Lewes Elementary School (820 Savannah Road), turns on Second Street and ends on Second Street in front of Kings Ice Cream Shop. Second Street is closed to vehicular traffic earlier in the afternoon at 3 pm and all vehicles must be off the street when it closes. Food and Beverages are available at the restaurants in the historic commercial district along the parade route.

No outside vendors are permitted.

Parking is very limited along Savannah Road as well.

Spectators line the parade route to watch the parade on the sidewalks on Savannah Road and Second Street.

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Outdoors

The League of Women Voters of Sussex County is offering free Voter Registration Training in collaboration with the local Department of Elections.

Attending training earns a Certification that is good for two years. If you are interested, need more information, or would like to attend this training, please RSVP by November 30, 2025, to lwvscde.voters@gmail.com.

Stay tuned for details!

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In 'Conflicts on the Cape" learn why Cape Henlopen has served as the backdrop for conflicts throughout the years, from early conflicts between fishermen to WWII era attacks by submarines.

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In 'Conflicts on the Cape" learn why Cape Henlopen has served as the backdrop for conflicts throughout the years, from early conflicts between fishermen to WWII era attacks by submarines.

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

Join the crew of the Lightship Overfalls as we ring in 2026 at Part 1 of the inaugural Lewes250 event.

While the traditional Overfalls Anchor Drop will still occur at midnight, we are hosting one earlier in the evening for our younger friends (and those who might not wish to be out and about at midnight).

This special Overfalls Anchor Drop will start at 5:30 PM with the anchor dropping at 7 PM EST, which is midnight in merry olde England, the land of our former overseers from 250 years ago.

We will have refreshments available for attendees of all ages and some children’s art projects.

Featuring La Pinkeria Taco food truck, the Popcorn Wagon, and hot chocolate

Join the crew of the Lightship Overfalls as we ring in 2026 with Part 2 of the inaugural Lewes250 event. The Overfalls Anchor Drop is a Lewes tradition where we mark the beginning of 2026 by counting down the seconds as the lighted anchor drops down the Lightship Overfalls mast with precision timing. Lewes Mayor Amy Marasco will join Overfalls President Dave Shook in leading the festivities.

Bring your best singing voice as we will bid farewell to 2025 by singing Auld Lang Syne.

Refreshments will be available.

Lewes Rings in 250 Years!

Join the City of Lewes as we ring in the 250th year of America—together! At 10 a.m. sharp, the entire town will come alive with the joyful sound of bells as residents, neighbors, and local churches ring in unison to welcome this historic year.

Everyone is invited to participate—bring your own bell or purchase a special commemorative Lewes 250 Bell (details coming soon). Members of the community dressed in historic attire will stroll through town ringing their bells, spreading cheer, and honoring the spirit of unity that defines Lewes as the First Town in the First State.

Let’s make history—together!

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Community-Wide Event

Purchase Bell: Details Coming

Location: Throughout Lewes

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Stay tuned for details!

Time of this event is still TBD! Stay tuned for finalized event details!

Historian Ron Collins leads a special presentation marking the 250th anniversary of Common Sense — the pamphlet that fueled the fight for American independence. Explore how Paine’s words shaped public opinion in 1776 and the role they played in inspiring early Delaware patriots.

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Lewes Public Library

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In "Quarentined!" learn the history of the Breakwater Quarantine Station which once stood at the entrance to the Delaware Bay, welcoming or warding off ships and sailors throughout the 1800's.

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In "Quarentined!" learn the history of the Breakwater Quarantine Station which once stood at the entrance to the Delaware Bay, welcoming or warding off ships and sailors throughout the 1800's.

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

A Taste Through Time

Nectar Café & Juice Bar’s 250th Anniversary Dinner Series

1776: A Colonial Experience

Step back in time with Nectar Café & Juice Bar as they host a five-part “Taste Through Time” dinner series in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, guests will enjoy a curated three-course dining experience celebrating a distinct era of American history — complete with themed cuisine, cocktails, attire, music, and décor.

From Colonial traditions to Roaring Twenties glamour and 1970s nostalgia, each evening offers a delicious journey through 250 years of culture and flavor. Seating is limited, and reservations are required — stay tuned for menu releases and pricing details.

Dates: The 26th of each month — January through May 2026

• January 26, 2026 – 1776: A Colonial Experience

• February 26, 2026 – 1826: The Westward Expansion

• March 26, 2026 – 1876: The Gilded Age

• April 26, 2026 – 1926: The Roaring Twenties

• May 26, 2026 – 1976: Americana Nostalgia

Location: Nectar Café & Juice Bar, Lewes, DE

Admission: By Reservation Only, please contact Nectar Café & Juice Bar at 302.645.5842

3-Course Themed Dinners | Menus & Pricing To Be Announced

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Stay tuned for details!

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Hosted by the Lewes African American Heritage Commission

Join the Lewes African American Heritage Commission for a special Black History Month program: This Used to Be My Playground.

Panelists will share heartfelt memories and stories of the historic playground at Ship Carpenter Square through the decades — honoring community, connection, and shared history in Lewes.

This free event is open to all, and light refreshments will be served.

Time and Location details of this event are coming soon!

A Taste Through Time

Nectar Café & Juice Bar’s 250th Anniversary Dinner Series

1826: The Westward Expansion

Step back in time with Nectar Café & Juice Bar as they host a five-part “Taste Through Time” dinner series in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, guests will enjoy a curated three-course dining experience celebrating a distinct era of American history — complete with themed cuisine, cocktails, attire, music, and décor.

From Colonial traditions to Roaring Twenties glamour and 1970s nostalgia, each evening offers a delicious journey through 250 years of culture and flavor. Seating is limited, and reservations are required — stay tuned for menu releases and pricing details.

Dates: The 26th of each month — January through May 2026

• February 26, 2026 – 1826: The Westward Expansion

• March 26, 2026 – 1876: The Gilded Age

• April 26, 2026 – 1926: The Roaring Twenties

• May 26, 2026 – 1976: Americana Nostalgia

Location: Nectar Café & Juice Bar, Lewes, DE

Admission: By Reservation Only, please contact Nectar Café & Juice Bar at 302.645.5842

3-Course Themed Dinners | Menus & Pricing To Be Announced

Join living historians from the Zwaanendael and Fort Miles Museums for a moderated "Fireside Chat" about the shared challenges, similarities and differences in the command roles of Loyalist and National Guard officers from Delaware in the American Revolution and WWII.

Programs begin at the Officer's Club.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

Join living historians from the Zwaanendael and Fort Miles Museums for a moderated "Fireside Chat" about the shared challenges, similarities and differences in the command roles of Loyalist and National Guard officers from Delaware in the American Revolution and WWII.

Programs begin at the Officer's Club.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In "Women at War" learn the many varied ways that women served their nation in WWII with a focus on service under Eastern Defense Command and here at Fort Miles. Presented in uniform and featuring various uniforms and a display of personal items!

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

For more than 250 years, history happened here on the Cape! Join historical interpreters for this series of presentations in celebration of the nation's 250th birthday! In "Women at War" learn the many varied ways that women served their nation in WWII with a focus on service under Eastern Defense Command and here at Fort Miles. Presented in uniform and featuring various uniforms and a display of personal items!

Lectures begin in the Fort Miles Museum.

Space is limited, please call (302) 644-5007 to pre-register.

FREE with park entrance fees.

This presentation will take a new and somewhat different look at the role that John Dickinson played in creating a new country. Anyone interested in learning about the importance of Delaware in the creation of the new country will find this a fascinating look at our local history.

Lecturer: Daniel Pritchett – Dan earned his undergraduate degree from Concord College and his Masters in History from the University of Delaware. He taught in the Capital School District for 34 years and for Delaware State University for 7 years. One of OLLI’s most beloved instructors, Dan’s presentations are always well attended and well received.

Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

Stay tuned for details!

In-person or Online
Join us in-person in the Lewes Public Library or online via Zoom for a conversation between Ron Collins and Thomas Richards, author of The Unfinished Business of 1776: Why the American Revolution Never Ended, published for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Who gets to claim the legacy of the American Revolution and the mantle of patriotism that goes along with it? In a sharp, irreverent, deeply informed account of the nation's founding moment and its enduring legacies, Richards invites us to see the Revolution not just as a one-time fight for political freedom from Britain but as an ongoing struggle for equality, justice, and social and political independence for all Americans. The Revolutionary struggle did not end in 1787 when the Constitution was ratified: Across nine chapters, Richards introduces readers to the characters who kept the Revolution alive for the next century and beyond, including the women's rights advocate Judith Sargent Murray, the enslaved rebel Gabriel, the economic reformer Solomon Sharp, and the religious visionary Joseph Smith--each pushing for freedoms that extended well beyond the traditional narrative of the Revolution, and each revealing how the unfinished work of 1776 fueled demands for economic, social, and legal equality that lasted well beyond the Revolution itself.

Thomas Richards Jr. teaches history at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy in Philadelphia and holds a PhD in history from Temple University. The author of Breakaway Americas: The Unmanifest Future of the Jacksonian United States and The Unfinished Business of 1776, he lives in Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania, where George Washington once camped.

Ron Collins is a retired law professor, co-founder of the History Book Festival, and the Lewes Public Library’s Distinguished Lecturer. His latest book is Tragedy on Trial: The Story of the Infamous Emmett Till Murder Trial.

Browseabout Books will offer copies of the book for sale during the event. The author will sign copies afterwards.

Each individual attending in-person must register to reserve a seat. For assistance with registration, contact the library during business hours

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Lewes Public Library or online

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

All are invited to The League of Women Voters of Sussex County’s Defending Democracy Film Festival - Join us for an evening of film, food and festivities

A Taste Through Time

Nectar Café & Juice Bar’s 250th Anniversary Dinner Series

1876: The Gilded Age

Step back in time with Nectar Café & Juice Bar as they host a five-part “Taste Through Time” dinner series in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, guests will enjoy a curated three-course dining experience celebrating a distinct era of American history — complete with themed cuisine, cocktails, attire, music, and décor.

From Colonial traditions to Roaring Twenties glamour and 1970s nostalgia, each evening offers a delicious journey through 250 years of culture and flavor. Seating is limited, and reservations are required — stay tuned for menu releases and pricing details.

Dates: The 26th of each month — January through May 2026

• March 26, 2026 – 1876: The Gilded Age

• April 26, 2026 – 1926: The Roaring Twenties

• May 26, 2026 – 1976: Americana Nostalgia

Location: Nectar Café & Juice Bar, Lewes, DE

Admission: By Reservation Only, please contact Nectar Café & Juice Bar at 302.645.5842

3-Course Themed Dinners | Menus & Pricing To Be Announced

The location and time for this event is being finalized, stay tuned!

Jeffrey Rosen, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center and author of The Pursuit of Liberty (2025), joins us for a compelling discussion about how the fierce ideological clash between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson defined the balance between government power and individual liberty — a debate that continues to shape American democracy today.

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Stay tuned!

Tulip appearance timing is not an exact science, these dates are a rough estimate: April 1 – 19, 2026

The 17 th Annual Lewes Tulip Celebration, co-sponsored by Lewes in Bloom and the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, celebrates Lewes’ Dutch heritage by planting more than 36,000 tulip and spring bulbs throughout the town-all planted by Lewes in Bloom volunteers in fall 2025. The timing of the tulips’ appearance is an inexact science and either milder or colder weather in advance of the event dates (April 1 – 19, 2026) can increase the probability that the dates of the celebration may not exactly coincide with the tulips blooming!

To celebrate America’s 250th , “The Tulip of Lewes” was planted in 1812 Park, on Second Street, in front of City Hall and in numerous privately-owned Lewes gardens because the bulbs were sold to the public in fall 2025. Many of the public parks will have red, white and blue plantings. The “History in Bloom” walking tours associated with the Tulip Celebration, co-presented by Lewes in Bloom and Historic Lewes, will incorporate America’s 250 th , as it relates to Lewes.

Activities associated with the celebration are detailed on a Tip Toe To the Tulips Map and Schedule of Events. Indoors and Outdoors; History in Bloom is a ticketed event- historiclewes.org/tours. All ages; food and beverages available at food establishments in the commercial districts.

The 58th Annual Great Delaware Kite Festival, co-sponsored by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation and the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, is one of the oldest annual kite festivals in the country. It had its beginnings in 1969 when a Maharajah from India challenged the Delaware Governor to a kite duel. The duel championships led to spectators bringing their kites and then eventually to competitions for all ages with prizes sponsored by local businesses. Always held on Good Friday at Cape Henlopen State Park, the 2026 festival is on April 3rd and will celebrate America’s 250th with an appearance by Ben Franklin flying a kite. There will be an attempt to get 250 people flying their kites simultaneously and special awards for the Most Patriotic Kite for adults, teens and children. An Easter Egg Hunt precedes the kite competitions.

There is a park entrance fee; no fee to participate in the egg hunt or the kite competitions; food trucks on site selling beverages and food; kite vendors; face painting; handicap parking; free shuttle service from the parking lot to the competition field.

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Stay tuned for details!

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware invites people of all ages to attend a lecture on the development of the Declaration of Independence.

Lecturer: Daniel Pritchett – Dan earned his undergraduate degree from Concord College and his Masters in History from the University of Delaware. He taught in the Capital School District for 34 years and for Delaware State University for 7 years. One of OLLI’s most beloved instructors, Dan’s presentations are always well attended and well received.

Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

Stay tuned for more details!

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Join the gifted interpreters at the Historic Lewes Town Campus as they bring to life the “season of independence” in 1776 Lewistown.  Experience town gossip, witness trades and crafts in action, and enjoy spirited drinks at Sussex Tavern or delightful coffee and hot chocolate at the Coffee-house.

Admission: Free! Suggested Donation of $10 per person

Join the gifted interpreters at the Historic Lewes Town Campus as they bring to life the “season of independence” in 1776 Lewistown.  Experience town gossip, witness trades and crafts in action, and enjoy spirited drinks at Sussex Tavern or delightful coffee and hot chocolate at the Coffee-house.

Admission: Free! Suggested Donation of $10 per person

In-person or Online
Join us in-person in the Lewes Public Library or online a conversation between Ron Collins and Stephen D. Solomon, author of Revolutionary Dissent: How the Founding Generation Created the Freedom of Speech.

When members of the founding generation protested against British authority, debated separation, and then ratified the Constitution, they formed the American political character we know today - raucous, intemperate, and often mean-spirited. Revolutionary Dissent brings alive a world of colorful and stormy protests that included effigies, pamphlets, songs, sermons, cartoons, letters, and liberty trees. Solomon explores through a series of chronological narratives how Americans of the Revolutionary period employed robust speech against the British and against each other. Uninhibited dissent provided a distinctly American meaning to the First Amendment's guarantees of freedom of speech and press at a time when the legal doctrine inherited from England allowed prosecutions of those who criticized government. Solomon shares the stories of the dissenters who created the American idea of the liberty of thought, revealing the history of free expression in America.

Stephen D. Solomon is Marjorie Deane Professor of Journalism at New York University, where he teaches First Amendment law. He is founding editor of First Amendment Watch, which covers current conflicts over freedom of expression and provides legal and historical context. He served as Director of NYU's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute from 2020 to 2023. Solomon has written for The New York Times Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, The New Republic, Fortune, and other major publications and has earned several national journalism awards. He holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and a B.A. from Pennsylvania State University. He is the author of Ellery's Protest and the coauthor of Building 6: The Tragedy at Bridesburg.

Ron Collins is a retired law professor, co-founder of the History Book Festival, and the Lewes Public Library’s Distinguished Lecturer. His latest book is Tragedy on Trial: The Story of the Infamous Emmett Till Murder Trial.

Browseabout Books will offer copies of the book for sale during the event. The author will sign copies afterwards.

Each individual attending in-person must register to reserve a seat. For assistance with registration, contact the library during business hours.

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Lewes Public Library

A Taste Through Time

Nectar Café & Juice Bar’s 250th Anniversary Dinner Series

1926: The Roaring Twenties

Step back in time with Nectar Café & Juice Bar as they host a five-part “Taste Through Time” dinner series in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, guests will enjoy a curated three-course dining experience celebrating a distinct era of American history — complete with themed cuisine, cocktails, attire, music, and décor.

From Colonial traditions to Roaring Twenties glamour and 1970s nostalgia, each evening offers a delicious journey through 250 years of culture and flavor. Seating is limited, and reservations are required — stay tuned for menu releases and pricing details.

Dates: The 26th of each month — January through May 2026

• April 26, 2026 – 1926: The Roaring Twenties

• May 26, 2026 – 1976: Americana Nostalgia

Location: Nectar Café & Juice Bar, Lewes, DE

Admission: By Reservation Only, please contact Nectar Café & Juice Bar at 302.645.5842

3-Course Themed Dinners | Menus & Pricing To Be Announced

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

“The British are Coming…Again!” This time they are invited!!!

The 31 st Annual Lewes British Motorcar Show, co-sponsored by the British Car Club of Delaware and the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, welcomes a wide array of classic and newer vintage British vehicles to Lewes on Saturday, May 2, 2026. It is held at the Lewes Ferry Terminal at 43 Cape Henlopen Drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s show will recognize Morgan as its featured marque as well as recognizing America’s 250th anniversary of independence. A hand-crafted original quilt, incorporating both the American and British flags, is being fabricated by a car club member and will be raffled. The event concludes with a parade that travels from the ferry terminal to downtown Lewes.

Admission to the show is $5 for adults and children under 12 are free. Grain on the Rocks restaurant on the grounds of the ferry terminal offers food and beverages for sale to show attendees. Spectators of all ages are encouraged to attend.

Free parking in the ferry terminal lot.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Join us at Lewes Junction for a special celebration of National Train Day, honoring the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad and the moment that connected the nation from coast to coast. Experience a symbolic “golden spike” ceremony — just as the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads did in 1869 — and learn about the lasting impact railroads had on America’s growth and innovation.

Bring the family, explore exhibits and displays, and celebrate this piece of history as part of Lewes 250’s year-long commemoration of our shared American story.

Admission: Free | Suggested Donation: $5

Indoors & Outdoors

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Stay tuned for more details!

Stay tuned for details!

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Come join us for Lewes Maritime Day and the annual opening of the Lightship Overfalls. Maritime Day commemorates the rich maritime history of Lewes. After a short ceremony, the Lightship Overfalls will open for the season. Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship. Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship Museum. There will be local vendors exhibiting their wares and sharing information about their programs.

The location for this event is being finalized, stay tuned!

Join acclaimed Nashville-based duo Kaston Guffey & Nick Pankey of My Politic for an uplifting evening of live music honoring America’s story through song. Their heartfelt blend of folk, country, and Americana captures the spirit of unity and independence that defines the Lewes 250 celebration.

This free community concert will bring together history, music, and hometown pride. Location details to be announced soon.

Location: Stay tuned for details!

Each month the crew of the Lightship Overfalls hosts a Canal Side Happy Hour. These events allow us to shine a light on the ship and educate the community by opening the Overfalls to visitors at no cost. 

Bring a chair and join us for our May Canal Side Happy Hour. Relax, listen to the tunes of a local artist, enjoy a libation of your choice, and get to know your neighbors and visitors to our lovely town of Lewes.

Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship.

Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Stay tuned for more details!

A Lewes Town Parade on Memorial Day at 11am coordinated by American Legion Post 17 to capture the many historial Memorias of the City of Lewes it’s Veterans and many Organizations and Program that capture the rich History of Lewes. 

This Years Parade is in collaboration with the Lewes 250 Commemorative Activities. 

More details coming soon!

A Taste Through Time

Nectar Café & Juice Bar’s 250th Anniversary Dinner Series

1976: Americana Nostalgia

Step back in time with Nectar Café & Juice Bar as they host a five-part “Taste Through Time” dinner series in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Each month, guests will enjoy a curated three-course dining experience celebrating a distinct era of American history — complete with themed cuisine, cocktails, attire, music, and décor.

From Colonial traditions to Roaring Twenties glamour and 1970s nostalgia, each evening offers a delicious journey through 250 years of culture and flavor. Seating is limited, and reservations are required — stay tuned for menu releases and pricing details.

Dates: The 26th of each month — January through May 2026

• May 26, 2026 – 1976: Americana Nostalgia

Location: Nectar Café & Juice Bar, Lewes, DE

Admission: By Reservation Only, please contact Nectar Café & Juice Bar at 302.645.5842

3-Course Themed Dinners | Menus & Pricing To Be Announced

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Historian Christopher Pearl examines the lesser-told stories of America’s founding — where Indigenous nations, European empires, and colonial revolutionaries all fought for sovereignty. This insightful talk explores how Indigenous resilience shaped the era and how the quest for independence carried complex consequences that still echo today.

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Lewes Public Library

Roger Girke and The Wandering Souls

Rhythm and Blues

The Lewes Summer Concert Series is back for another season of live music, local talent, and community fun! Join us Tuesday evenings at Stango Park from June 3 through August 19, 2025, for free, family-friendly performances featuring a variety of genres—from country and jazz to rock, soul, and swing.

Bring a chair or blanket, pack your favorite snacks and drinks, and get ready to enjoy the sounds of summer under the Lewes sky. Dancing is absolutely encouraged!

In case of rain, concerts will be held indoors at Cape Henlopen High School.

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Stay tuned for details!

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

The Overfalls Fishin’ Kids youth program provides an introduction to fishing for children between the ages of 5 and 13. Attendees will be taught how to bait a hook, retrieve a fish gently, and the etiquette of fishing while they cast their lines into the Lewes Canal from the docks near the Lightship. In addition, they will learn the historic significance fishing has played in the history of Lewes. While a limited number of fishing poles will be available for lending, attendees are encouraged to bring their own.

Each month the crew of the Lightship Overfalls hosts a Canal Side Happy Hour. These events allow us to shine a light on the ship and educate the community by opening the Overfalls to visitors at no cost. 

Bring a chair and join us for our May Canal Side Happy Hour. Relax, listen to the tunes of a local artist, enjoy a libation of your choice, and get to know your neighbors and visitors to our lovely town of Lewes.

Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship.

Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

“Unique Hidden Gardens of Lewes”

The 35th Annual Lewes Garden Tour, presented by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, takes place on June 20th, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Eight private gardens are featured on the tour that includes artists painting in some of the gardens by the members of the Cape Artists. In addition to touring the gardens, a Garden Market in Zwaanendael Park has vendors selling garden-related items during the hours of the tour.

Also taking place in the park are Garden Lectures from Lewes in Bloom members offering presentations and displays.

To celebrate America’s 250 th , there will be American flags in blue pots with red and white flowers in front of each of the tour gardens.

Tickets to tour the private gardens are sold in advance for $30 that includes a map and descriptions of each of the gardens. On the day of the tour the price is $35.

The Garden Market and the Garden Lectures do not have a fee to attend.

Public parking in the vicinity of Zwaanendael Park is metered. The tour primarily attracts adults but children under 12 can tour for free, accompanied by adults. A food truck will be parked next to Zwaanendael Park and there are many restaurants within walking distance of the park.

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

The time for this event is being finalized, stay tuned!

Join historian Ron Collins for an in-depth lecture exploring the origins, meaning, and enduring influence of the Declaration of Independence. On the eve of America’s birthday, Collins reflects on the revolutionary ideas that shaped the nation and the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equality that continues to define our democracy.

This event is free and open to the public.

Location: Lewes Public Library

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Stay tuned for exciting details!

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Stay tuned for details!

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

The Overfalls Sail-Away Day youth program provides an introduction to sailing for children 5 years of age and older. Attendees will learn the history of sailing and how sailing has affected our local history in Lewes and the Delaware Bay. The inside and decks of beautiful yachts that compete in local and open ocean races will be available for touring. Meet and hear stories from some of the “Saltiest” sailors in Delaware, including one of the most impressive female sailors in the country. Learn how sails are raised and lowered and changed to maximize speed when racing in a regatta, and how lines and halyards are used. The Lewes Yacht Club will bring one of their training sailboats and talk about how to attend their sailing school.

Each month the crew of the Lightship Overfalls hosts a Canal Side Happy Hour. These events allow us to shine a light on the ship and educate the community by opening the Overfalls to visitors at no cost. 

Bring a chair and join us for our May Canal Side Happy Hour. Relax, listen to the tunes of a local artist, enjoy a libation of your choice, and get to know your neighbors and visitors to our lovely town of Lewes.

Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship.

Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Join the Lewes Police Department for a fun-filled Community Night Out—a free evening of music, connection, and community spirit! Enjoy live music from a local DJ, meet your neighborhood officers, and take part in family-friendly activities designed to bring the community together.

Bring your chairs, friends, and good vibes for a summer night celebrating safety, unity, and hometown pride.

Location: Block House Pond (Smith Park), Lewes, DE

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Details Coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Stay tuned for details!

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Details coming soon

Location: Stango Park, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE

Rain Location: Cape Henlopen High School

Admission: Free | Family-Friendly | Bring a Chair or Blanket

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Knots are used for sailing, boating, fishing, surgery, rock climbing, camping, packing, shipping, decorating, and many more important activities. Knots may be made from a variety of different materials including rope, cord, twine, yarn, and thread. The Overfalls Why Knot youth program provides an understanding of the importance of knot tying to children 5 years of age and older. Participants will each receive a three foot piece of ‘pet rope’ sailboat line and taught how to tie a variety of basic knots and when to use each type on knot. They will then be taken onto the historic Lightship Overfalls to learn how and where these knots are used on a ship.

Each month the crew of the Lightship Overfalls hosts a Canal Side Happy Hour. These events allow us to shine a light on the ship and educate the community by opening the Overfalls to visitors at no cost. 

Bring a chair and join us for our May Canal Side Happy Hour. Relax, listen to the tunes of a local artist, enjoy a libation of your choice, and get to know your neighbors and visitors to our lovely town of Lewes.

Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship.

Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot