Fenwick Island Lighthouse
1859The 1859 lighthouse stands near the Transpeninsular Line marker that has defined the Delaware-Maryland border since 1751.
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The 1859 lighthouse stands near the Transpeninsular Line marker that has defined the Delaware-Maryland border since 1751.
Founded in 1873 as a Methodist camp meeting ground, Rehoboth became Washington DC's favorite beach getaway.
Dutch colonists established Zwaanendael near present-day Lewes in 1631, but the entire settlement was destroyed within a year.
In April 1813, British warships bombarded Lewes for 22 hours after the town refused to supply provisions to the enemy fleet.
Fort Miles at Cape Henlopen guarded the mouth of Delaware Bay against German U-boats during World War II.
14 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
The 1859 lighthouse stands near the Transpeninsular Line marker that has defined the Delaware-Maryland border since 1751.
Standing right on the Delaware/Maryland state line, this lighthouse has guided ships since 1858, making it the oldest in Delaware. Built to replace an earlier, less effective beacon, the Fenwick Island Lighthouse was…
Imagine battling monstrous waves in a sinking ship – the surfmen of the Indian River Life-Saving Station were your only hope. Established in 1876, the station housed brave crews who launched rescue boats into the…
Founded in 1873 as a Methodist camp meeting ground, Rehoboth became Washington DC's favorite beach getaway.
Ever wondered why some towns were founded “dry”? You’re about to discover the unexpected history behind this unassuming granite fountain, a testament to a powerful movement that reshaped American society. This isn't…
You're driving near a place that once stood as a crucial line of defense against Nazi U-boats. This is Fort Miles. Construction began in 1938 and the fort was named after Lieutenant General Nelson A. Miles in 1941. As…
Dutch colonists established Zwaanendael near present-day Lewes in 1631, but the entire settlement was destroyed within a year.
In April 1813, British warships bombarded Lewes for 22 hours after the town refused to supply provisions to the enemy fleet.
Welcome to Lewes, Delaware's 'First Town,' a place where centuries of history whisper from every historic building. Originally settled by Dutch colonists in 1631, this charming coastal town has been a silent witness to…
This isn't just any old boat; it's the last lightship ever built for the US Lighthouse Service, a floating beacon that guided ships through treacherous waters. Imagine the relief sailors felt seeing her light in a…
Fort Miles at Cape Henlopen guarded the mouth of Delaware Bay against German U-boats during World War II.
Imagine stepping ashore in a new world, full of promise and peril. Right here, near Lewes, Delaware, lies the archaeological site of De Vries Palisade, marking the spot of Zwaanendael Colony, Delaware's first attempt at…
Ever wonder what keeps Lewes Harbor safe from the Atlantic's fury? Look out at the Delaware Breakwater, a monumental engineering feat that has stood guard since the 19th century. This isn't just a pile of rocks; it's a…
Imagine sailing into the Delaware Bay in the 1800s, desperate for shelter from a storm. This is why this spot is so important. Before the Delaware Breakwater, ships faced treacherous conditions. Construction began in…