First State Heritage Park sites open from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on First Saturday, Jan. 3, include Legislative Hall, State House Museum, Delaware Public Archives, the Delaware Visitor Center and Galleries, the Biggs Museum of American Art, the Delaware Archaeology Museum, the Museum of Small Town Life, and the Johnson Victrola Museum.

Governor Ruth Ann Minner announced that George Fiorile, vice president and general manager of hotel operations for Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, has been appointed as Chairman of the Tourism Advisory Board by its members.

The Delaware Tourism Office announced that Trellist Marketing and Technology has been awarded a contract to produce the 2009-2011 Official State Delaware Travel Guide.

Emeline Hawkins: Her Journey from Slavery to Freedom on the Underground Railroad

Until Dec 31: The exhibit chronicles the compelling story of Emeline Hawkins and her family, and their 1845 odyssey on the Underground Railroad.

Rediscovery Through Recovery

Until Dec 31: The exhibit showcases a selection of artifacts recovered from the Severn, a British commercial ship that sank off Lewes' Roosevelt Inlet in the late 18th century.

Visit Delaware - Delaware Tourism Office

The official State of Delaware tourism site. Search for events throughout Delaware in such categories as Music, Theater, Arts and History, and more.

Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau

Explore arts and cultural activities throughout the greater Wilmington region and Brandywine valley.

Kent County Tourism Commission

See a calendar of events and activities for Dover, Delaware, and Kent County.

Rehoboth-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce

Explore events and activities happening in Delaware's shore region.

Southern Delaware Tourism Commission

See a wide array of visual arts, musical and theatrical groups, and festivals in southern Delaware.

WHYY Arts and Culture Calendar

See cultural and art events happening in the Brandywine Valley. Or, subscribe to a podcast of regional art and culture events.

Delaware Online

The News Journal's extensive calendar of events presents programs and activities that reflect Delaware's cultural diversity, support education, and contribute to the fabric of the community.