Dover Days at John Dickinson Plantation

First State National Historical Park

Special Event
  • May 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
  • Free

Celebrate Dover Days at the John Dickinson Plantation! Activities include tours of the mansion and historic demonstrations. At 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. there will be guided walks to the African Burial Ground, weather permitting. Meet at the Log’d Dwelling to join your guides for the walk. The mile round-trip walk to the African  Burial Ground will include a moment of silence when arriving there. This opportunity to visit the African Burial Ground does not require a reservation.

For the safety of guests and staff, the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs reserves the right to cancel or postpone any event due to inclement and/or dangerous weather conditions.

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Latitude and Longitude 39.102865, -75.449005

Schedule

Date:

May 3, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Event Type

  • Cultural/Craft Demonstration
  • Partner Program
Tags: colonial demonstration, african american burial ground, delaware, plantation