Delaware Historical Society

Don't Miss
these Smoke Eaters! events scheduled throughout the exhibition!
Click here for details!

Smoke Eaters! Firefighting in Delaware is a special exhibition on Delaware’s firefighters, their changing role over the years,
and their importance in our communities.

Join us as we explore the history, stories and lore of firefighting throughout the state.

This exhibit will feature fire-related objects from the Society’s permanent collection as well as materials borrowed from
organizations and individuals throughout the state to tell the story of the individuals that not only dedicate, but tragically, give up their lives to protect others.

After you visit Smoke Eaters! click here or on Chief Del Clickson to see what you've learned about fire safety!

Chief Del Cluckson will guide you through family-friends activities in the gallery including...

Stop, Drop, and Roll! and
Crawl Low and Go!
- learn what to do in case of a real fire!

911! Emergency!
- do you know how to make an emergency call?

Weigh In! - try on real firefighting gear!

Look Out! - Climb onto the "fire tower" and
see if you can spot a "fire"!

Design your own Fire Escape Plan to take home!

and join us in the Children's Corner to learn
even more about firefighting in Delaware!

The Delaware Historical Society expresses
gratitude to Wilmington Trust, Good Samaritan Foundation,
DuPont, Delaware Today, and Valero Industries for their support.

Delaware History Museum - 504 Market Street – Wilmington
Call 302-655-7161 for details

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
FREE all day every Friday!!
No charge for members - $4/non-members
SPECIAL NOTICE: FREE for all Walk-in Visitors during
December 2008 and January 2009 - call (302) 656-0637 for details!
(Note: still a charge for school tours, rentals & birthday parties)