New Castle County, Administrative county in Delaware, United States
New Castle County contains urban areas, residential neighborhoods, agricultural lands, and natural spaces across northeastern Delaware, bordering Pennsylvania and Maryland.
The county, established in 1664 during early colonial settlements, features many Dutch, Swedish, and English architectural structures from the seventeenth century.
Libraries, museums, and theaters in New Castle County offer programs that highlight the regions Dutch, Swedish, and English influences through exhibitions and performances.
The county operates public transportation networks connecting major cities, with regular bus services between Wilmington, Newark, and surrounding communities.
Joe Biden started his political career as a New Castle County Council member from 1970 to 1972 before becoming a U.S. Senator.
Location: Delaware
Inception: 1664
Capital city: Wilmington
Shares border with: Chester County, Delaware County, Gloucester County, Salem County, Kent County, Kent County, Cecil County
Website: http://nccde.org
GPS coordinates: 39.58000,-75.64000
Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:33
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