The New Castle Historical Society operates three historic buildings for guided tours for individuals and groups. The Society is also involved in educating the public about the history of New Castle through exhibits, programs, lectures, publications, and resource materials. The Society works to promote historical awareness and encourage the preservation of historical architecture and material culture of New Castle.
Visit the three museums of the New Castle Historical Society for a glimpse of life in bygone eras: Colonial, Revolutionary, and 19th century New Castle on the Delaware River.
The Amstel House is the first grand mansion of Delaware. The Dutch House is Delaware's early Colonial gem, and the Old Library Museum, a Victorian Classic built in 1892.