These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle

Name: These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle
Start: 2026-07-18T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-21T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Read House & Gardens

Schedule

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Read House & Gardens | New Castle, DE

Join us for an immersive learning experience as we walk through Old New Castle and discuss the history and culture of generations of Black families who lived and worked there.
The 2026 tours expand upon Dr. Melissa Benbow Flowers’ research at the Read House on the African American population of Old New Castle with additional source materials, a revamped route and accompanying map, and a special focus on the time period from 1776-1876.
Tickets $25. Register here: https://dhs.givecloud.co/these-houses-were-homes-2026
Space is limited, and advance registration is required. To enhance the enjoyment of all participants, we kindly request that walking tour registrants be at least 12 years old. Please note that the historic neighborhoods in Old New Castle feature uneven walkways that may not be suitable for those needing mobility assistance.