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Haunted Dover Lantern Tour
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Evening Tour |
0 hr. 45 min.
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Who you gonna call? First State Heritage Park...that's not quite right. But our interpreters are ready to take you on a tour filled with ghost stories, hauntings and more. Hear the tales of the supernatural around the Dover Green illuminated by lanternlight. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited, so book today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Tours cancelled for inclement weather may not be rescheduled. $15 per person. Prices: General Admission: $15.00 |
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Lantern Tour: Christ Church Cemetery
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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Surrounding a church that was part of the heart of the colonial city is a walled burial ground that contains the final resting place for generations of Doverites. The remarkable variety of memorials here are a backdrop for you and your guide to explore as stories from times gone by are recalled and retold. Space is limited, so book your experience today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Lantern Tours cancelled due to inclement weather may not be rescheduled.
$10 per person
Prices: Public: $10.00 |
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Lantern Tour: The Dover Green
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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Some stories are best told after dark! Hear forgotten stories as your guide leads you into the mists of the past by lantern light. Space is limited, so book today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Lantern Tours cancelled due to inclement weather may not be rescheduled.
$10 per person
Prices: Public: $10.00 |
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Dark Dover Lantern Tour
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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Witness firsthand the true stories of murders and encounter characters whose legends have left their sinister imprint on The Green. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited, so book today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Tours cancelled for inclement weather may not be rescheduled.
$15 per person
Prices: Public: $15.00 |
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Lantern Tour: Old Methodist Cemetery
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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Established in 1778, Dover's Methodist congregation has included many notable figures who now rest beneath the ground in this historic cemetery. Join your guide on a lantern-lit night to discover what stories and spirits may await you among the headstones. Space is limited, so book today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Lantern Tours cancelled due to inclement weather may not be rescheduled.
$10 per person
Prices: Public: $10.00 |
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Lantern Tour: Presbyterian Cemetery
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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How a Dover hero of the Revolutionary War came home 70 years after his death is but one of the fascinating tales you'll hear on this guided tour. As the light of your flickering candle lantern illuminates centuries-old headstones, figures of the past will emerge to share their stories. Space is limited, so book today! Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the program; after that, please call 302-739-9194. Lantern Tours cancelled due to inclement weather may not be rescheduled.
$10 per person
Prices: Public: $10.00 |
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True Crime Lantern Tour
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Evening Tour |
1 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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The Dover Green has been the heart of the community since its founding over 300 years ago: a peaceful oasis in the city, surrounded by fine homes and shady trees. You might never guess from its appearance that this historic half-acre has seen more than its fair share of intrigue and murder, hidden stories that this walking tour will dredge up from the darkness of the past and bring into the light. Secrets never stay secret in a small town. Tickets for this tour are $15 per person. Guests are encouraged to wear proper clothing for the weather and good walking shoes. Tours cancelled due to inclement weather may not be rescheduled. Prices: General Admission: $15.00 |
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A Victorian Picnic on the Green
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Special Event Tour |
4 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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Experience the Dover Green as it was meant to enjoyed! Bring a blanket down to the city's oldest park and enjoy a historically-inspired picnic lunch under shady trees, a charming brass band, a lively game of cricket, and other popular Victorian lawn games.
This event is FREE to attend, but purchase a historically-inspired picnic lunch ahead of time for $25 each. Meals must be purchased by Friday, May 26, 2023 at 5:00 p.m!
Questions? Email TourFSHP@delaware.gov or call 302-739-9194. Prices: Public: $25.00 |
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Winter Workshop: Toy Soldiers
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
5 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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18th Century armies were riots of color, but FSHP's ranks of toy soldiers need some help...from you! Visit the John Bell House from 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and paint a reproduction toy soldier, just like kids would have played with in colonial times, while supplies last.
This program is free, even if you paint a toy soldier! The $5 fee is only required if you want to take your little soldier home with you. Otherwise, it will join the site's battalions. Pre-registration only required if keeping the painted toy soldier.
Prices: Take-Home Toy Soldier: $5.00 |
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Winter Workshop: Colonial Mitts
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
5 hr. 00 min.
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Keeping warm in the 18th century was both functional and fashionable! Meet interpreter Rachel at Rose Cottage today to craft and detail your own pair of 18th century-style mitts, perfect for your next carriage ride or trip to the grocery store! This workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a break for participants to lunch on their own.
Moderate: Previous sewing experience is recommended for this workshop.
$25 per participant Prices: Public: $25.00 |
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Winter Workshop: Heart-Shaped Bandboxes
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
6 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Surprise someone you adore with an adorable keepsake box shaped like a heart, crafted in the historical style. What you choose to fill it with is up to you! This workshop will break for participants to lunch on their own. Easy: This project does not require any previous experience.
Prices: Public: $15.00 |
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Winter Workshop: 1940s Turban Head Wrap
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
6 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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Just in time for our Homefront Holidays special event comes this historically-inspired headwear workshop! Work with our talented interpretive staff to craft your own stylish turban headwrap, a staple from Rosie the Riveter to the glamor of Hollywood's golden age. This workshop will break for participants to lunch on their own.
Easy: Previous sewing experience is not required for this workshop.
Prices: Public: $25.00 |
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Winter Workshop: Aprons
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
6 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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Coordinator in crafting an apron in the 18th century style, just like our interpreters wear while at work. In the garden, around the house, at the grill - you'll get plenty of use from these! This workshop runs from 10:00 until 4:00 and includes a break for participants to lunch on their own.
Moderate: Previous hand sewing experience recommended for this workshop recommends previous hand sewing.
$25 per participant.
Prices: Public: $25.00 |
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Winter Workshop: Colonial Petticoats
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Crafts & DIY Tour |
6 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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The petticoat of the 18th century was a remarkably versatile garment - fashionably pleated and fully adjustable! Now, you can make one yourself, the foundation of your very own colonial wardrobe. This workshop will break for participants to lunch on their own. Moderate: Some previous sewing experience is recommended for this workshop.
Prices: Public: $40.00 |