Zwaanendael Museum
The museum is located in nearby Lewes, Delaware. It pays homage to the early Dutch settlers who established the Zwaanendael Colony in the 17th century. The museum’s architecture is a nod to the City Hall in Hoorn, Netherlands. Visitors can delve into exhibits highlighting Delaware’s colonial history, with a special focus on Dutch influence. Artifacts, documents, and displays offer insight into the cultural and historical aspects of the region, making it a must-visit for those intrigued by early American and Dutch colonial history. The museum is named after the ship “Zwaanendael,” which brought the Dutch settlers to the area in 1631.