Established in 1993, the Sewell C. Biggs Museum of American Art houses one of the finest collections of American fine and decorative arts, focusing on Delaware and the Mid-Atlantic. With three floors to explore, The Biggs houses a variety of artistic styles and movements such as impressionism, modern and contemporary, Greek revival, illustration and more.
Dover, Delaware is the capital city of the state of Delaware in the United States. It is known for its historical significance and is home to various attractions, including museums, parks, and landmarks. Dover is also host to the Dover International Speedway, a NASCAR track. Dove's 2019 population was at 38,166.
Bally's Dover Casino Resort is Delaware's leading casino hotel and offers the area's largest variety of entertainment options. It offers live harness racing, fabulous dining, 24 hour gaming including live table games, unique shopping and a luxurious spa!
The Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge stretches eight miles along Delaware Bay and covers 16,251 acres. Here you’ll find a rich habitat for wildlife and birdlife in an area made up tidal salt marsh with a mix of cordgrass meadows, mud flats, tidal pools, rivers, creeks, and tidal streams.
Smyrna is a town in Kent County, Delaware, United States. It is part of the Dover Metropolitan Statistical Area. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2020, the population of the town is 12,883. Smyrna is known for its historic downtown area, and it has experienced growth and development over the years.
The John Dickinson House, generally known as Poplar Hall, is located on the John Dickinson Plantation in Dover. The property is owned by the State of Delaware and run as a museum by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs. It became part of the First State National Historical Park in 2013.
The Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village offers a memorable and educational experience. By preserving the quickly fading agriculturals heritage of Delaware and the Delmarva Peninsula, the Museum stands as an important legacy for future generations.
The Johnson Victrola Museum highlights the history of the Victor Talking Machine Company, which pioneered the development of the sound-recording industry and was founded by Delaware’s native son, Eldridge Reeves Johnson. The museum includes authentic Talking Machines and Victrolas, Phonographs, Gramophones, Graphophones, 78 rpm recordings, memorabilia, trademarks, objects, and paintings.
Blackbird State Forest is Delaware's northernmost state forest. It has nine tracts totaling over 5,600 acres and contains a mixture of oaks, yellow-poplar, maple, gums, and hickories.
