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Proposed changes to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act spark nationwide discussion on the importance of public input and meaningful consultation in a federal review process that has protected historic spaces for decades. |
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The DeVries Monument and Historic Marker commemorating Lewes as the birthplace of Delaware gets long-anticipated redesign. |
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The Delaware Liberty Bell, an enduring symbol of freedom, undergoes maintenance and now proudly hangs high on a newly fabricated support beam. |
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 Featured Highlight
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New Castle Court House Museum presents History Revival and Reflection on Delaware’s First State Constitution in special September programs. |
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News & Updates
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Composer Jonathan Whitney releases “Cooch’s Bridge: The African-American Presence” on September 3. |
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The John Dickinson Plantation features the art of the English country dance, September 16 and 30, 7–9 p.m. |
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Research
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Historical and Cultural Affairs Internship provides students with valuable learning opportunities and marketable professional experience. |
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Preservation
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48th Annual Nanticoke Indian Powwow brings culture and celebration to Hudson Fields in Milton, September 12–13. |
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Media Roundup
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Activities & Exhibits
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The historic preservation and museums newsletter of the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs.
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Saving Delaware History is designed to stimulate public interest in the division's museums, programs and services, and to increase awareness of the value that history and historic preservation bring to the lives of Delaware's citizens and visitors. The newsletter is distributed during the last week of each month, via e-mail, to division staff members, Delaware's historical- and preservation-related communities and friends.
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Please submit relevant articles, news items and suggestions to:
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Rachel Hayes
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Communications Manager
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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
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29 N. State St., Dover, DE 19901
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