Jewish Historical Society of Delaware

06/22/2026

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The Voices of Service exhibit and the Dear Mollye collection were brought to the Fort Miles Museum in Cape Henlopen State Park through the Jewish Historical Society of Delaware. The collection offers a unique and intimate perspective on the impact of World War II on the Jewish-American community liv...

06/21/2026

The research and scholarship of Delaware's World War II Fallen is always excellent. What a fitting tribute to those who served.

05/25/2026

"First thought that came to mind on reading the casualty list was – ... – I’ll never see those faces again! – those seats will be empty at the games! The stern reality of the situation is shocking, and we must remember those names in something more than a bronze plaque in the foyer. Those names must represent an ideal, to be held forward to the future, as something substantial.
I’ll leave it at that – my words are to inadequate for my emotions."

Letter from Jake Coonin, 1944
Wishing you a Meaningful Memorial Day
https://jhsdelaware.org/voices-of-service/cover/coonin/

05/22/2026

Voices of Service from the Jewish Community, an exhibit by JHSD is now open at the Fort Miles Museum at Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes, Delaware. The exhibit will run through Veterans Day.
Thanks to the Fort Miles Museum and Historic Area volunteers and staff and the Delaware Department of Parks and Recreation for their warm welcome and tremendous support.
https://jhsdelaware.org/fort-miles/

03/05/2026

https://www.domore24delaware.org/fundraisers/jewish-historical-society-of-delaware

02/25/2026

DO MORE 24 DELAWARE is coming soon. Help JHSD DO MORE to preserve Delaware's Jewish history.

01/16/2026

Fifty years ago, JHSD presented an exhibition in Old Town Hall as part of the Bicentennial Celebration.

12/10/2025

We're Lighting up Market Street! Visit our Hanukkah Window Display at the Delaware History Museum at 504 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801