New Castle Court House Museum - New Castle, Delaware

Pamela

Beautiful building with a very interesting history! The person working there was very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful.

The information on the website was a bit confusing about the hours and unclear about how to get a tour, so you might want to call ahead to make sure you have that info. Also, the Sheriff’s House is closed in the winter, so check to see when it’s open for the season if you’d like to see that.

Tatiana H.

Knowledgeable guide led us thru the history of the museum. Please note the hours before you go. They only open the site for the tours, so if you miss the entrance time, you’ll have to wait until the next tour time. It’s free and well worth it. Lots of history told in an accessible way. Kids were entertained. Also worth just walking around New Castle. The Museum has handouts with information about the houses in town and the layout of the cemetery with history about the notable people buried there.
Unfortunately, there are many stairs inside making the upper floors not accessible. There is a number to call to set up a ramp for entry for anyone using a wheelchair. Inside the courtroom (first floor) there is space and a ramp that allows access to one of the wings. Plenty of street parking.

Juliet C.

Allison was a fantastic tour guide. It was informative and not boring. Came in on a Saturday in March at 3. The hour went so quickly. I don't typically like museums but I did like this visit.

Galyna S.

Really great museum. They provide free tours until 3 pm.

Our guide (it was Thursday,  April 6th) was very passionate about the court house museum and provided a lot of information.

The museum is not big but has a lot of great exhibitions.

Definitely recommend for everyone even for kids 5+

And don't forget to walk around  - it's a great old town around the museum.

Dara N.

We had a great time on the tour of the courthouse, the guide was full of great information. He taught us how courthouses were run, how it was built then burned down and rebuilt again. You can see the old foundation under the courthouse when you go inside.

Amanda

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the court house. Such incredible history! It’s a great way to begin your adventure of First State NHP. I implore you to sit in for the tour before getting your stamp. They start every hour at the half hour. Wendy was a great guide. Stamp is located in the back near the exit.

Kimberly B.

Our tour guide was dressed in period garb and was very knowledgeable and interesting. Never knew New Castle was once the capital. Very cool.

Kim A. J. W.

First State NPS location. Staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. Stayed after closing on a Sunday to finish a conversation and let us get our NPS passports stamps. Was a delightful trip where we learned a lot of local and national history. Parking is limited. Steps to enter but call for any needed accommodations.