New Castle Court House Museum
211 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720
Hours
10 AM – 4 PM
Show the week Hide the week
| Fri | 10 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Sat | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Sun | 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM – 4 PM |
Last checked 2026-10-19
- Cost
- Free
- Indoor / outdoor
- Indoor
- Typical visit
- 45 min
A small historic court house museum; a short stop that pairs with a walk around old New Castle.
Colonial courthouse, living history programs. Blue Hens & Bugbears series. Free admission.
Family Logistics
Admission
Free admission
Free admission; donations appreciated. Guided tours only (45 min). Tours Wed–Sat 10AM, 11AM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM; Sun 1:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM. Group tours max 15: (302) 323-4453.
Hours, in the venue's words
Wed–Sat 10AM–4PM, Sun 1:30PM–4:30PM. Closed Mon–Tue.
Parking
Street parking in downtown New Castle within walking distance.
Upcoming Events
Families can visit the New Castle Court House Museum to learn about William Penn's connection to Delaware. The day includes a presentation from the Iron Hill Science Center about what Europeans would have encountered in Delaware, and a performance of Baroque music by the Suzuki Academy from the Delaware Music School.
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