First State Heritage Park & Welcome Center
The First State Heritage Park is Delaware's first urban "park without boundaries" linking…
First Saturday in the First State: Celebrating Science
This event has already finished but is here for your information
Join the Heritage Park for the monthly First Saturday in the First State program. The many partners provide special thematic programming that changes each month.
Here is a list of programs for "Celebrating Science" on August 5
Its something new every month!
Revolutionary Medicine: Dr. James Tilton
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
John Bell House on The Green
Learn about 18th century medicine and how the inventions of Dover’s own Dr. James Tilton saved lives during the Revolutionary War and beyond.
Sickness and Health…and the occasional poisoning Walking Tour
Tours are offered hourly beginning 10 a.m. Last tour leaves at 3 p.m.
Meet at the John Bell House on The Green
Highlighting true stories of medical curiosities of Dover’s past that sounds like science fiction.
Biggs Kids: Lighthouses
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Biggs Museum of American Art
Create your own beach lighthouse, just like the one featured in a painting of the Cape Henlopen beach in the Biggs’ collection. All ages welcome.
Guided Tours of Legislative Hall
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Guided Tours of The Old State House
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
From Tinfoil to the 78
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Johnson Victrola Museum
Guided tours will explore the origins of recorded music from the days of the earliest phonographs while discovering brilliant inventors and engineers who made recorded music part of daily life.
Tours of the Governor’s House
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
At Woodburn – The Governor’s House
Enjoy guided tours of the official residence of Delaware’s Governor since 1965, and Hall House, the Governor’s guest house.
Genealogy in your Genes: Using DNA for Genealogical Research
10:30 a.m.
Delaware Public Archives
Learn the basics of “genetic genealogy” as a way to supplement your traditional research, find out about comparing test results and how to target your connections with Michael Hait, CG.
Whodunnit? An Historic Murder Mystery
1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
The Old State House on The Green
This interactive theatrical program asks the audience to help Dr. James Sykes solve the 18th century murder of Samuel Bedford III. The program is free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot by calling 744-5054.
Guided Tours of Courtroom One
1:30 – 4 p.m.
Kent County Courthouse, 38 The Green
Enjoy a guided tour of the newly restored Courtroom 1.
Upcoming Dates For This Event:
- 43 The Green Dover, Delaware
- Location: First State Heritage Park
- 302-739-9194
- Time: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM