5 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in New Castle That You Shouldn't Miss

September 21, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

New Castle, Delaware, "the first capital of the first state," was founded in 1651. Having been home to Native Americans, the Dutch, and the British, New Castle truly is a "uniquely American place." The Amstel House is a Georgian mansion dating back to 1730. The Dutch House has survived from an even earlier period, featuring furnishings from the 17th century. With ancient graveyards, town greens, old churches and traditional English gardens, New Castle brings history alive.
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1. New Castle Court House

211 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720-4815 +1 302-323-4453 http://history.delaware.gov/museums/ncch/ncch_main.shtml
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

New Castle Court House

Delaware approved the Declaration of Independence in this building, which was constructed in 1732.

Reviewed By iggnacious - New York City, United States

We loved the history and how our tour guide -- Bob -- brought it all to life. The court house in itself is fascinating and Bob made it all the better. We left wanting to learn more!

2. Dutch House Museum and Gardens

32 E 3rd St, New Castle, DE 19720-5006 +1 302-322-2794 [email protected] http://www.newcastlehistory.org/houses/dutch.html
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Dutch House Museum and Gardens

This house dates back to the late 1600s and is documented to be the oldest structure in town, and the second oldest in the state. The Dutch House is a rare example of an early Colonial-era middle class family home.

Reviewed By shawnh777 - Washington DC, United States

We enjoyed visiting the Dutch House on a double tour with the Amstel House, shortly after we toured the Read House, and you should visit all three. the Dutch and Amstel House can be booked through a tour at the Arsenal, while the Read House is a separate price charged at the house itself. The Dutch House is the oldest of the three, built in the 17th century. On the tour, you get to see the three rooms on the lower level, and get an interesting history of the home and the people who have lived there, including the mistakes made about the home's history over time. The tour guide was exceptional and brought the home alive.

3. Amstel House Museum and Gardens

2 E 4th St, New Castle, DE 19720-5014 +1 302-322-2794 [email protected] http://www.newcastlehistory.org
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Amstel House Museum and Gardens

The Amstel House is the first mansion in Delaware and was home to an early Governor. Originally known as "The Corner," this was the most important home in the late 1700s. High society came to this house, including George Washington, who attended a wedding here.

Reviewed By shawnh777 - Washington DC, United States

The Amstel House fills the gap between the Dutch House and the Read House in telling the story of New Castle's history. The architecture is brought alive by excellent tour guides, who share the homes surprising connection to George Washington. It's incredible to be able to walk through history across three homes that takes you from the early 17th century to the present day.

4. Read House and Gardens

42 The Strand, New Castle, DE 19720-4826 +1 302-322-8411 http://www.dehistory.org/hours-a-fees
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Read House and Gardens

Reviewed By shawnh777 - Washington DC, United States

This mansion tells the stories of three families who lived there from the early 1800s through the donation of the building to the Historical Society. It is kept in excellent condition, with period furniture throughout and most of the original architecture intact. We popped in and paid a few dollars for a tour through the rooms, which lasted about 40 minutes. You go through the first and second floors, including the servant spaces and kitchen, and hear a lot about the history of the house from the unliked Mr. Read to the fun-loving Lairds with their tenuous grasp of history. I highly recommend you visit this home after visiting the Dutch House and Amstel House, so that you get three different homes, built as the wealth of New Castle increased over 170 years.

5. Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix

4060 N Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720-6314 +1 302-656-5278 http://www.midatlanticgrandprix.com/site/
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4.0 based on 19 reviews

Mid-Atlantic Grand Prix

Reviewed By U5946ZTstephens - Newtown Square, United States

Good go kart races, plus axe throwing! Indoor track was well designed, and karts seemed fast enough. 4 lanes of axe throwing. Membership option for go karts helps with price for repeat races. Just watch as some karts stall-out mid race. Also have a racing simulator.

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