Celebrate the state’s 76 governors with new online exhibit

Get ready to learn some cool facts and personal details of Delaware’s past governors.

The Delaware Public Archives is presenting “Delaware Governors The Past 100 Years,” an engaging new digital exhibit now on display.

The exhibit highlights each of Delaware’s governors from 1925 to today, offering visitors fascinating stories, historical insights, vintage photographs, and a free, full-color booklet. Visitors can explore the exhibit Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“This exhibit gives a unique glimpse into the lives and legacies of Delaware’s governors, showing how they shaped the state’s history,” said Stephen Marz, state archivist and Director of the Delaware Public Archives. “By exploring the accomplishments of each governor, we can better understand the era in which they served and the evolution of Delaware as The First State.”

The exhibit is displayed on four state-of-the-art video monitors, offering visitors an immersive experience as they explore historical facts and stories about Delaware’s leaders.

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“These digital displays create a more dynamic and interactive experience for our guests,” Marz said. “Exhibits like ‘Delaware Governors The Past 100 Years’ bring history to life, engaging audiences in a meaningful way.”

Since 1925, Delaware’s governors have guided the state through economic booms, recessions, and significant social reforms, while transforming Delaware into a corporate powerhouse.

“This exhibit honors the men and women who have led Delaware over the past century,” Marz noted. “By exploring their leadership and vision, visitors will gain a deeper understanding of how Delaware has evolved and how its governors have shaped the state’s progress.”

Visitors can view or download the full exhibit booklet here.

The Delaware Public Archives serves as the official repository for records of the state and local governments, housing thousands of historical documents and materials invaluable for genealogical research. These include census data, birth, death, and marriage records, tax assessments, probate documents, land deeds, and military records.

The Archives also preserves numerous private collections related to genealogy, including family histories, church records, Bible records, and newspapers.

One of the oldest archives in the nation, the Delaware Public Archives is located at 121 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. North in Dover.