Experience Shakespeare in a whole new way at the Spring Sonnet Stroll, a brand-new event presented by the Friends of Fort DuPont in partnership with DelShakes. Guests will travel to four beautiful locations across the Fort DuPont campus, where carefully selected Shakespeare scenes will be performed at each stop. Blending live performance, movement, and the […]
******DUE TO WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED****** Fort Folk Fest opens its second season with Tal Naccarato, a composer, songwriter, teaching artist, and multi-instrumentalist whose work draws from folk, Americana, roots blues, and classical guitar traditions. Born in Italy and raised in Brooklyn, Naccarato brings a rich, expressive style that makes for a strong […]
The Delaware in Conversation series concludes with The Delaware Poison Candy Murders of 1898 on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM at the Delaware City Library. This fascinating program uncovers a shocking late-19th-century Delaware murder case, using court records and contemporary accounts to explore crime, justice, and daily life at the turn of the […]
Spend a beautiful summer morning outdoors with the Friends of Fort DuPont at our Summer Colors Walk on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Held at Fort DuPont State Park, this free event is the second in our three-part Native Flora Walk series for the year. Come explore the Fort’s landscape as […]
Join the Delaware City and Polktown community for the Delaware City Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, 2026, with a full day of remembrance, culture, history, and community. The day begins at 10:00 a.m. with a Juneteenth Commemorative Service at the African Union Church Cemetery, honoring the history, legacy, and significance of Juneteenth. From noon […]
Join us for a remarkable evening with Ustad Shafaat Khan, a world-renowned Indian classical musician known for his mastery of sitar, surbahar, tabla, and vocals. From a celebrated musical lineage, Khan has performed internationally and is known for concerts that blend deep classical tradition with a broad, dynamic musical range. Fort Folk Fest is presented […]
Join the Friends of Fort DuPont for a special volunteer morning on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Volunteers will help support light preservation work at two important historic sites: the Hospital/POW Barracks and the Radio/POW Guard Tower. Activities may include identifying artifacts, removing debris, improving site access, and assisting with […]
*****RESCHEUDLED FOR FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026***** Join the Friends of Fort DuPont in partnership with DelShakes for the second annual ShakesBeer, a fun and memorable evening that brings together live Shakespeare, craft beer, and community at historic Fort DuPont. Back for its second year, this crowd-pleasing event offers a lively and accessible way to enjoy […]
This summer’s lineup continues with Crys Matthews, an award-winning lyricist and composer whose music blends folk, Americana, blues, bluegrass, and country into powerful, thoughtful performances. Widely recognized for her honest songwriting and social justice themes, Matthews brings both depth and energy to the Fort Folk Fest stage. Fort Folk Fest is presented by the Friends […]
Paul and Begoña bring a vibrant mix of flamenco and Latin music to Fort Folk Fest for a lively late-summer performance. The duo is known for combining classical and Spanish guitar with vocals and Latin American influences, creating a performance style that is both elegant and engaging. Fort Folk Fest is presented by the Friends […]
Join us for the second annual From Muskets to Machine Guns: A Day of Living History, a free, family-friendly event on the Fort DuPont Parade Ground. Taking place on September 19, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, this exciting event brings the evolution of warfare to life, from the age of muskets to the […]
Fort Folk Fest closes out the season with Red Smith, a Wilmington-based singer-songwriter whose sound blends Americana, bluegrass, country, and blues rock. Known for strong storytelling and an energetic live presence, Red Smith is a fitting finale for the second year of this growing music series at Fort DuPont. Fort Folk Fest is presented by […]