Also known as "the First County in the First State," New Castle County offers a variety of unique attractions and cultural experiences for citizens. Whether you are looking to enjoy a Blue Rocks Baseball game at Frawley Stadium or attend a show at the Grand Opera House, Delaware has something to offer everyone.

Many Delawareans enjoy touring the original duPont mills, estate and gardens at Hagley Museum & Library. Located on more than 230 acres of natural beauty, visitors experience a part of Delaware's history and culture through exhibits, restorations and live demonstrations.

The recently developed Riverfront Wilmington offers an array of delicious gourmet food, The Shipyard Shops and an enticing taste of history for residents and visitors.

If you are an athletic buff, come explore Delaware sports history from 1860 to present at the Delaware Sports Museum & Hall of Fame. Exhibits tell the story of many great First State athletes, coaches and officials.

Or perhaps your fancy is to watch the fighting Blue Hens at the University of Delaware. Situated in Newark, the main campus offers a traditional small-town college atmosphere with an impressive collection of educational resources.

For the artist, The Delaware Art Museum and the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts offer a variety of local, regional and national collections.
Whatever your amusement, you are sure to find fun and excitement in entertaining New Castle County.

Local Links & Resources:

Claymont's webpage
Delaware Division of Parks & Recreation
Delaware City's webpage
Downtown Newark's webpage
Newark city's webpage
Newark Post
New Castle City's web page
New Castle County Website
New Castle County Chamber of Commerce
New Castle County Police Department
New Castle Airport
Department of Elections for New Castle County
New Castle County Board of Realtors
The News Journal
The Brandywine
Wilmington's Website
Wilmington and greater Brandywine Valley visitor's center