A brief stop here to enjoy the history of the first state to ratify the Constitution. Yes, it's…read moreDelaware. In early December 1787, the thirty delegates (ten from each of Delaware's three counties) to the Delaware ratifying convention were called upon to make a momentous decision. For five days, they considered whether to approve the new, stronger central government proposed at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia the previous summer. Finally, on the 7th, the delegates unanimously voted to ratify the United States Constitution, making Delaware the first state to do so. Delegates gathered at The Golden Fleece Tavern, the same place where the state assembly sometimes met. The tavern itself is long gone but its site is well-marked at the corner of State Street and The Green. [Review 11536 overall, 1316 of 2019.]

Very cool experience from an out of towner like me! I loved learning about the local history of…read moreDover, the exciting tales and history that link back to my own hometown of Philadelphia. The history guides were very knowledgable and I loved that they had folks dressed up and walking around to allow you to time travel a bit and to see the area from the perspective of the past. Great for kids, families, tour groups, etc.

What an amazing, excellently organized library! I would expect nothing less. It's very spacious,…read moreeven for Pre-Covid, it's easy to navigate and manage personal space. The staff is very helpful, supportive, and upbeat. We did a self-tour and felt very comfortable. Easy parking for private front or back parking and easy entrance. We were told it was the largest library in the state, and it was done marvelously well! Come and check it out!

great place to go, read and check out books. you can do a scavenger hunt and get rewords, its a…read moregreat place to go!

Cute little post office as you head into CMP. The building is reminiscent of a Victorian home…read more Today was a holiday but the postal worker who was emptying the mailbox outside, took the card I needed to be mailed. Very quaint.

I purchased a mailing bag, and took it to post office... it's now over a week and still no…read moredelivery... Please tell me why...

A sweet little library. I understand they will be moving to a much larger place in a couple of…read moreyears. They really do need more space. It is in a lovely, historic town. Love the art inside and the gorgeous reference room desk. Fax available, computers and wifi. Stop in and say hello!

I love the smallness, the personal nature of books being inside an actual home, and yes, despite…read moretight corners, close quarters, and very packed space - I wonder, if a new library is indeed moved into, will it lose the personal, historical, home welcoming you feel when you go into Smyrna public library? There are so few public libraries that feel as if you walked into a comfortable bookstore or your own home, and I hope that occurs when a new location is designated. This is a place you want to just be able to hang out and watch the comings and going all day. it was so - not sure the word, but seeing people coming in, grabbing a nearby chair that would be in a living room, and take time to go through the newspaper of book of interest nearby. The residents must LOVE this public library, as I did from several towns away!

They are super friendly and always helpful!! I like the small- town feel of this post office!read more

Came in just to ask a question. when we came in the lady was like "oh boy." Took her time attending…read moreme and had a attitude. If you don't like your job simply find another. I'll be going to the rio grande post office from now on. This would be my first and last time stepping in there.

The Old State House is on a quaint little street in a cute part of town. There was plenty of nearby…read moreparking when I went. The tours were free, but it wasn't crowded and we basically interrupted the guide's phone call. She did give us a personalized one-on-one tour after debating if she should wait to start the tour on the hour and said she'd be mad if someone else came in. She did give off a vibe like we were interrupting her sitting around time. Despite that, she was very knowledgeable on the history of the building, and it was nice to be able to look around with someone and ask them questions. The inside really seemed a lot like Independence Hall in Philadelphia. It's amazing the small, perfunctory building was in use until like 1933. There was a really nice painting of George Washington in one of the rooms and good information on early delegates. If you are in the area, it's a free stop and there's free parking, and there's good information and not too long to see. It was worth visiting. No gift shop though.

I really like old buildings and have enjoyed visiting Philadelphia and Washington DC old historic…read morebuildings. This building and the furniture inside of the Old State House were uninteresting to me. Though the stairs were enjoyable to see inside and outside. I posted a picture of the marble stairs on the outside. There was a volunteer finishing up with some people who liked history, and they said he was very knowledgeable. I was mainly there just to see the building. I would recommend if you are interested in Delaware politics and history go here.

If you've never been to this river front Victorian village it's worth the u-turn and the tour of…read morethe houses and the inspired Historic Society. Open on the first and third Sunday from 1pm-4pm you'll meet local residents who are more than willing to share the pieces of maritime history with you. Events they highlight includes a Christmas candlelight tour, Halloween tour and artists weekend. Admission is free and there are two outbuildings with period set ups inside. What a great gem in the heart of this village. Take a walking tour around town to soak in the Victorian era architecture.

Pretty history if you wanted to read…read more Battery 223, constructed in 1943 at Cape May Point, New Jersey, was a crucial part of Fort Miles during World War II, designed to protect Delaware Bay's shipping routes from German naval threats with its two 6-inch rapid-fire guns capable of a 15-mile range. The bunker, built with 6-foot-thick reinforced concrete walls and a blast-proof roof, originally sat 900 feet from the ocean but now lies on the beach due to erosion. Notably, the structure included 20 rooms, such as shell and powder rooms, a plotting room, and an airlock to safeguard against chemical attacks. Post-war, it was used by the Navy for radio communications and became part of Cape May Point State Park in 1962. An interesting fact is that Battery 223, now abandoned, is rumored to be haunted, adding a layer of local folklore to its historical significance

I wish I could have gotten a lot closer to the bunker, but there is major work being performed on…read morethe beach. Even from a distance, the bunker looks so cool and cool enough for me to give it 4 stars. If you're ever in the area, don't hesitate to come to the Battery 223 Cape May Bunker. I'll definitely return when access is available.