August 2 – December 31 – Exhibit: Symbolizing Civic Power, Town Hall & Market
Old Town Hall, 2nd Floor. This exhibit explores the history of the town hall and the market house that used to stand at the rear of the building. It is curated by historian and New Castle resident Ted Corbett. Open during public hours. Free Admission.
Call 302-276-2676 for a private showing.
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August 4, Wednesday – August 30
Exhibit: Tying The Knot – New Castle Nuptials Since 1784
Old Library Museum and Amstel House. These exhibits feature fourteen historic wedding dresses, a groom’s suit, and a variety of accessories from the Historical Society’s extensive clothing collection. The Old Library is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm, and admission is free. The Amstel House is open Wednesday through Saturday, with scheduled tours beginning at 10 am, 12 noon, and 2 pm. Sunday tours begin at 12 noon and 2 pm. Admission to the Amstel House is $4.00.
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August 4, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
First State Symphonic Band
Marches, patriotic songs and show tunes!
August 11, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Swing City Band
The band that brings...Swing's the Thing!
August 14, Sat. & August 15, Sun., 10 am - 5 pm - Tour Historic New Castle’s Secret Gardens
Explore the hidden gardens that lie behind Historic New Castle’s private homes; some of which date to the 1600’s. These gorgeous gardens showcase botanical gems and hidden treasures such as garden sculptures, fountains, arbors, fish pools and waterfalls. Ticket holders receive a 10% discount at selected New Castle restaurants. Pick up tickets on day of attendance at Lauren Lynch Antiques at 5 Shaw Alley. Admission: $5.00/person.
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August 14, Saturday, 11am – 3 pm – Open House at Bellanca Airfield Museum
Rte 273 & Centerpoint Boulevard, New Castle (1/2 mile west of Delaware St. – Next to Amazon Distribution Center). See historical exhibits and airplanes built in New Castle. Watch
First State Radio Control Club fly miniature airplanes in astonishing indoor flying maneuvers. See flyovers from vintage planes. Refreshments and Souvenirs. Free Admission.
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August 14, Saturday – Old New Castle Run
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August 21, Sat. & August 22, Sun., 10 am - 5 pm - Tour Historic New Castle’s Secret Gardens
Explore the hidden gardens that lie behind Historic New Castle’s private homes; some of which date to the 1600’s. These gorgeous gardens showcase botanical gems and hidden treasures such as garden sculptures, fountains, arbors, fish pools and waterfalls. Ticket holders receive a 10% discount at selected New Castle restaurants. Pick up tickets on day of attendance at Lauren Lynch Antiques at 5 Shaw Alley. Admission: $5.00/person.
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August 28, Sat. & August 29, Sun., 10 am - 5 pm - Tour Historic New Castle’s Secret Gardens
Explore the hidden gardens that lie behind Historic New Castle’s private homes; some of which date to the 1600’s. These gorgeous gardens showcase botanical gems and hidden treasures such as garden sculptures, fountains, arbors, fish pools and waterfalls. Ticket holders receive a 10% discount at selected New Castle restaurants. Pick up tickets on day of attendance at Lauren Lynch Antiques at 5 Shaw Alley. Admission: $5.00/person.
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August 28, Saturday, 11am – 3 pm – Open House at Bellanca Airfield Museum
Rte 273 & Centerpoint Boulevard, New Castle (1/2 mile west of Delaware St. – Next to Amazon Distribution Center). See historical exhibits and airplanes built in New Castle. Watch
First State Radio Control Club fly miniature airplanes in astonishing indoor flying maneuvers. See flyovers from vintage planes. Refreshments and Souvenirs. Free Admission.
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August 29, Sunday – Historic New Castle Antique Show
On the waterfront in Battery Park. Now in its 23rd year, this event will showcase merchandise from nearly 100 dealers. All antiques are guaranteed authentic
and are displayed under tents for protection and viewing comfort. Admission is $7. The Event will
be held rain or shine.
September 11, Saturday, 11am – 3 pm – Open House at Bellanca Airfield Museum
Rte 273 & Centerpoint Boulevard, New Castle (1/2 mile west of Delaware St. – Next to Amazon Distribution Center). See historical exhibits and airplanes built in New Castle. Watch
First State Radio Control Club fly miniature airplanes in astonishing indoor flying maneuvers. See flyovers from vintage planes. Refreshments and Souvenirs. Free Admission.
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September 25, Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm – Art on the Green
Battery Park. Celebrating its 40th year, this is one of the largest Arts and Crafts Shows you will find. With over 200 carefully screened Artists and Craftspeople, this event is a Craft and Art Collector's dream. When you are not browsing the booths, feast on crabcakes, pizza, burgers, dogs, pretzels, popcorn, ice cream and more. WJBR will be broadcasting live from 10 -12 and JBear will be there to entertain the kids (both young and old). Art on the Green is sponsored by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club and proceeds go to charity. For more info call 302.328.LIONS.
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September 25, Sat., 11am – 3 pm – Open House at Bellanca Airfield Museum
Rte 273 & Centerpoint Boulevard, New Castle (1/2 mile west of Delaware St. – Next to Amazon Distribution Center). See historical exhibits and airplanes built in New Castle. Watch
First State Radio Control Club fly miniature airplanes in astonishing indoor flying maneuvers. See flyovers from vintage planes. Refreshments and Souvenirs. Free Admission.
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September 29 – November 7, 10 am - 4 pm – New Castle in Mourning
Amstel House. This exhibit explores recurring stories of a haunting in the Amstel House and offers possible explanations for the "woman in blue." The exhibit includes mourning clothing, jewelry, and accessories from the 18th through 20th centuries. Included with regular paid admission to the Amstel House. Learn More…
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October 9, Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
7th Annual Kitchen to Garden Tour and Colonial Farmers Market
Building on previous years’ success this promises to be the grandest Tour yet. Over a dozen of New Castle’s historic private homes will welcome you into their stunning kitchens and autumn gardens. The Town Green will host a Colonial Farmers Market, six town museums will enlighten you with unique exhibits, and restaurants will offer special menus inspired by local harvests and town history. Ticket price includes free admission to all museums, a chance to win $300 in designer cookware and attractive discounts from local merchants and restaurants.
October 9, Saturday, 11am – 3 pm – Open House at Bellanca Airfield Museum
Rte 273 & Centerpoint Boulevard, New Castle (1/2 mile west of Delaware St. – Next to Amazon Distribution Center). See historical exhibits and airplanes built in New Castle. Watch
First State Radio Control Club fly miniature airplanes in astonishing indoor flying maneuvers. See flyovers from vintage planes. Refreshments and Souvenirs. Free Admission.
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October 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 & 30 - 7:00, 7:30 & 8:30 pm
Hauntings in History Walking Tours
If you are brave enough to explore the darker side of New Castle's history, then join the New Castle Historical Society this October for the only ghost tour that brings you inside one of the most haunted mansions of Old New Castle!
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October 29, Friday, 6:00 pm - New Castle Halloween Parade
Sponsored by the New Castle Lions Club. 302.328.LIONS.
November 15, Monday, 7 - 8:30 pm - English Country Dance Class
New Castle Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Free. Join us to learn the elegant historic dances you've seen in Movies like
Pride and Prejudice and
Emma. No experience or partner is necessary. Casual dress, soft-soled shoes. For more info
Email.
November 24 - December 31 – Holidays at the Amstel and Dutch Houses
Amstel House will be decorated for a traditional holiday celebration in colonial times, showing off a “dessert board” of the period, and featuring traditional 18th century customs during the period of Governor Nicholas Van Dyke’s residency. At the Dutch House, experience a celebration of St. Nichols’ Eve, a tribute to the legend of Saint Nicholas, Dutch patron saint. The Amstel House is open Wednesday through Saturday. Admission to the Amstel House is $4.00. The Old Library is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm and admission if free.
November 25, Thursday, 8:00 am - Thanksgiving Breakfast
Share a catered fellowship meal together with brief devotions at 25 E. 2nd Street in the Christian Education Building Fellowship Hall. Sponsored by New Castle Presbyterian Church. Donations accepted. 302.328.3279.
December 1 - December 31 – Holidays at the Amstel and Dutch Houses
Amstel House will be decorated for a traditional holiday celebration in colonial times, showing off a “dessert board” of the period, and featuring traditional 18th century customs during the period of Governor Nicholas Van Dyke’s residency. At the Dutch House, experience a celebration of St. Nichols’ Eve, a tribute to the legend of Saint Nicholas, Dutch patron saint. The Amstel House is open Wednesday through Saturday. Admission to the Amstel House is $4.00. The Old Library is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm and admission if free.
December 1, Wed, 9 am - 8 pm
Christmas Wreath Workshop to Decorate Historic New Castle
N.C. Presbyterian Church Education Bldg. Sponsored by Arasapha Garden Club. Volunteers needed (volunteers get free instruction). $50 to make your own wreath.
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December 2, Thurs, 9 am - 12 pm
Christmas Wreath Workshop to Decorate Historic New Castle
N.C. Presbyterian Church Education Bldg. Sponsored by Arasapha Garden Club. Volunteers needed (volunteers get free instruction). $50 to make your own wreath.
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December 11, Saturday, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm - Spirit of Christmas Tour
House tours, musical groups, special museum events plus items for sale in the Church Fellowship Hall at 25 E. 2nd Street. Santa's Workshop at The Velocipede Museum. Free. Sponsored by New Castle Presbyterian Church and the New Castle Visitor's Bureau. 302.328.3279.
March 20, Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm - Grand Re-Opening of New Castle Public Library
New Castle Public Library, 424 Delaware Street. Join the town-wide celebration of the spanking new Library which is 3 times the size of the former one! The day-long celebration includes: Family Entertainment, an Art Show, Celebrity Guest Librarians, Tours, Children's Activities, Live Entertainment by Nationally known recording artist, John Flynn and much more!. This event promises to be truly Grand! Free Admission.
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March 20, Saturday, 11 am - Nationally Known Recording Artist John Flynn in Concert
New Castle Public Library, 424 Delaware Street.
John Flynn sings from the heart. His powerful songs of humanity and hope are deeply rooted in the traditions of
Woody Guthrie and
Phil Ochs. John paints vivid, lasting images with words and music, drawn from a palette of awareness, irony, humor and compassion.
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March 24, Wednesday, 7 pm – New Castle Historical Society Annual Meeting
Bill Albensi & Mike Hahn, authors of The DuPont Highway, will
discuss the history of this innovative road. Free admission.
(New Castle Court House Museum)
March 26, Friday, 6:00 pm - Family Bonfire Sponsored by New Castle Presbyterian Church
Home of Don and Connie Reese, 112 W. 7th Street. Donations accepted. 302.328.3279.
March 27, Saturday, 8:00 am – 11:30 am – Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale
New Castle United Methodist Church, 510 Delaware Street. Children under 12 - $3.00.
Adults - $6.00. All you can eat. Take out is available. Baked goods will also be sold. Sponsored by New Castle Hundred Lions Club. Tickets may be obtained from any Lion, at the door, or by calling 302.328.LION (5466).
April 1, Thursday, 6:00 pm - Maundy Thursday Supper and Worship
Immanuel Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 25 E. 2nd Street. Donations accepted. 302.328.3279.
April 4, Sunday, 1:00 – Easter Parade
On the Green behind the Courthouse. Prizes for all ages, an appearance by the Easter Bunny and plenty of candy. Sponsored by the New Castle Lions Club.
April 6, Tuesday, 7:00 - Dr. Robert Coxe, State Ecologist Speaks on Delaware Native Plants
New Castle Presbyterian Church Education Building. Sponsored by Arasapha Garden Club. Free.
April 24, Saturday, 8 am – 2 pm – 2nd Annual Clutter to Cash New Castle City-Wide Yard Sale
Town Green. Building on last year’s success, this promises to be the Largest Yard Sale in the area.
With over 50 booths, live music, entertainment, and a wide selection of mouthwatering foods this is an event that shouldn’t be missed if you want to turn your Clutter into Cash or are simply a bargain-hunter.
Rain Date: April 25th. Booth availability is limited and discounts apply for early registration.
April 30, Friday, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm – Annual May Market
Market Square. Featuring plants, herbs, Artisans and baked goods. Sponsored by the Arasapha Garden Club. Free.
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May 1, Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm – Annual May Market
Market Square. Featuring plants, herbs, kids activities, Artisans and baked goods. Sponsored by the Arasapha Garden Club. Free. Learn More…
May 15, Saturday, 10 am – 7 pm – Historic New Castle Day House & Garden Tours
Annual tour of private homes and gardens. Sponsored by the Historic New Castle Alliance & The New Castle Visitor's Bureau. Tickets required.
May 15 – August 30 – Exhibit: Tying The Knot – New Castle Nuptials
Open weekends. Free Admission. (Old Library Museum) Learn More…
May 15 – December 31 – Exhibit: Symbolizing Civic Power. Town Hall & Market House
Open during public hours. Free Admission. (Old Town Hall, second floor). Learn More…
June 6, Sunday – St. Anthony’s Day Celebration
June 12, Saturday, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm – Separation Day
The day-long festivities start with parade and continue with reenactments, booths, rides, food, evening concerts and fireworks. Free Admission. Learn More…
June 23, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by "Sin City". Olde Country Western - The Good Stuff. Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
June 30, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by The Newark Community Band". Melodies galore...they've got it all!. Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
July 7, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by "First State Symphonic Band". Marches, patriotic songs and show tunes! Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
July 14, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by "Swing City". The band that brings...Swing's the Thing! Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
July 21, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by "Deb Shane". Makin' Whoopie! Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
July 28, Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm – Concert in Battery Park
Entertainment by "The Serenaders - Walt Wagner". Swing & dance with the sentimnetal touch! Co-Funded by the Trustees of New Castle Common and Mayor & Council of New Castle. Presented by the New Castle Hundred Lions Club
