Did you know that Delaware is one of the places where American musical history was made?
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Delaware Roots: Brigadier General Allured Bayard Nettleton
Allured’s early years were spent in Delaware County.
Delaware County Roots: Willa Beatrice Player
The first African-American to serve on the OWU Board of Trustees.
Landmarks Of Delaware County: St. Mary’s Church, Delaware
The roof, covered in slate, adds to the building’s majestic appearance.
Delaware Roots: The Quotable Branch Rickey
He was known for his innovative approach to the game.
Landmarks Of Delaware County: The Edward E. Neff House
The childhood home of a prolific and prominent architect.
Celebrating Main Street In Delaware – A Three Part Series
A three part look at the organization’s past, present, and future.
When Delaware County Welcomed: Mark Twain
It was a busy and arduous tour, with stops and lectures almost every night.
Rutherford B. Hayes And The Christmas Telegram
Hayes, as it turns out, was a big fan of Christmas.
Strike Up The Music: Delaware Brass Bands Of The Nineteenth Century
The early 1850s saw the brief flowering of a brilliant style of brass band music.