Children's Museums

Lewes History Museum

Name: Lewes History Museum
Address: 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE 19958, Lewes, DE, US
Telephone: (302) 645-7670 ext. 101
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (25 reviews)

📍 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE 19958

📞 (302) 645-7670 ext. 101

🌐 www.historiclewes.org/visit/society-properties/lewes-history-museumchildrens-discovery-center.html

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	Closed

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About Lewes History Museum

Lewes History Museum is a children's museum in Lewes, DE. The museum offers free admission until December 2026. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 25 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Location: Lewes, Delaware
Focus: Maritime heritage
Status: Closed through 2025 for renovations; reopening Dec. 2026
Features: Children's Discovery Center, Archives

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum offers free admission until December 2026
🏛️The entire museum is closed during 2025 for comprehensive curation and reinterpretation of all exhibitions
⭐The museum features a Children's Discovery Center as an interactive exhibit component
⭐Maritime heritage exhibitions are a primary focus, reflecting Lewes's coastal history as Delaware's oldest town

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Plan your visit for 2026 or later - the museum is closed during 2025 for comprehensive curation and reinterpretation of exhibitions, so you'll see refreshed and improved displays if you wait.
💬Allow 1-2 hours to thoroughly explore all exhibits including the maritime heritage exhibitions, local art gallery, and interactive children's section - it's a compact museum but rich with content.
💡Bring children to the interactive Discovery Center, which offers hands-on learning experiences that complement the museum's historical exhibits and appeal to the whole family.
💬Take advantage of free admission through December 2026 - this is an exceptional opportunity to experience the museum at no cost before regular admission fees begin in 2027.
💡Book a guided group tour or field trip in advance to enhance your learning experience with docent expertise about Lewes' unique maritime heritage and local history.