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Cape
Henlopen State
Park-
on the water where the Delaware bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. This
3,000 acre park near Lewes has the famous "walking" sand
dunes, nature trails with guides, a nature center, camping, bathhouses,
tennis, recreation areas and areas for surf fishing and swimming.
For information call 302-645-8983.
Cape May-Lewes Ferry-
whether in a car making a connection with New Jersey or on a walk-on round trip for the voyage itself, visitors to this area should take advantage of this opportunity to take a scenic trip across the wide mouth of the Delaware Bay. Crossing takes about one hour and fifteen minutes one way.
Delaware Seashore State Park-
the State of Delaware has maintained coastal areas reserved for public use, including the section south of Dewey Beach to Indian River Inlet. Just north of the inlet there are usually surfers riding the waves. For more information call 302-2227-2800
Lewes
Historical
Society Complex-
at Ship Carpenter St. and West Third, Lewes, DE. Restored buildings and country store. Marine Museum next to Post Office. Walking tour of historic homes. Call Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073
Nassau
Vineyards-
Orchards, Winery, Picnic Tables - Bring your lunch and have a glass of wine. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00am until 5:00pm, Sunday, Noon until 5:00pm, Closed on Monday. 36 Nassau Commons.
Rehoboth
Art
League-
located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres. Has summer and winter art classes, a "Cottage Tour" every July, exhibits and concerts. For information call 302-227-8408.
Rehoboth
Railroad Station-
at Lighthouse Island Park on Rehoboth Ave. near the Rehoboth-Lewes Canal, this recently restored building now serves as the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce Office and Visitors Center. Stop in for maps, brochures, and information about local events and facilities.302-227-2233.
Zwaanendael Museum-
in Lewes is a replica of City Hall from Hoorn, Netherlands, which was dedicated in 1931 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the first settlement in what is now Delaware. Seafaring artifacts, sunken treasure from the DeBraak. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10:00am until 4:30pm, Sunday 1:30pm until 4:30pm, closed Monday and holidays. Admission is free. 302-645-1148.
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