Dover Homes Guide

Attractions

Historic Downtown Dover

Legislative Hall is Delaware's current state capital building, home to Delaware's General Assembly. Affectionately termed “Leg Hall” by locals, this historic building is home to Delaware’s state government as well as many paintings and portraits showcasing Dover’s rich history. The wide open front lawn of the hall, known as Legislative Mall is the site of many festivals including Old Dover Days in May, The 4th of July Fireworks and the Amish Country Bike Tour held in September.

Constitution Park

This mini park is dedicated to the Constitution of the United States and is the site of a 12-foot bronze quill resting on a four-foot cube on which the Constitution is inscribed.

Trenton Bridge

The Green and Golden Fleece Tavern

Delaware’s ratification of the Constitution was held at the Green and Golden Fleece Tavern just a block Constitution Park. This action made Delaware the first state in the nation and the tavern still boasts a bronze plaque marking the historic occasion. The tavern also has the distinction of being the location where the Declaration of Independence was read to the public and where Delaware’s Continental Regiment was mustered for service in the Revolutionary War.

Christ Episcopal Church

Built in 1734, the Christ Episcopal Church is most famous for its cemetery where many famous Delaware natives are buried including Caesar Rodney one of the local men who signed the Declaration of Independence. A monument to Rodney also stands in this famous cemetery.

Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village

The Museum offers programs that will transport visitors back to the 19th century. Museum favorites include costumed interpreters at living history events, workshops in 19th century arts and crafts, lectures on life in early Delaware and a host of fun things to do with the family.

Dover Air Force Base and the Air Mobility Command Museum

The Dover Air Force Base is one of the best-known attractions in Central Delaware, critical to the country’s defense as it represents one-fourth of the nation’s strategic airlift capacity. Approximately 7,000 people are stationed at the DAFB. Dover is home to 36 giant C-5 Galaxy cargo planes, which are used to transport troops and equipment wherever they are needed around the world. The Air Mobility Command Museum on the base is equally impressive with its display of vintage and veteran aircraft and historical artifacts dating back to the base’s establishment in 1941.

Woodburn, the Governor’s House

This handsome Georgian Mansion, built around 1790, is the official home of the serving Delaware Governor. The home features Flemish bond brick work on the exterior, with a broad heart pine staircase in the Great Hall, fine wood detailing and joinery, and a notable collection of antique china. The grounds and gardens surrounding the home showcase notable trees, beautiful flowers, and a goldfish pool. Woodburn has a rich history, and was once a hiding place on the Underground Railroad. Legend says that the home is inhabited by several ghosts, as well. The mansion is the site of several popular special events throughout the year, including an Easter Egg Hunt in spring, the Governor’s Fall Festival in October, and holiday events and decorations in December.